[Breaking] 2 Dead and 1 Missing in Explosion Accident at POSCO Gwangyang Steelworks

At around 4:02 PM on the 24th, an explosion occurred at the auxiliary facilities of Blast Furnace No. 1 at POSCO Gwangyang Steelworks located in Geumho-dong, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do, resulting in 2 deaths and 1 person missing. Fire authorities are conducting a search for the missing person at the scene. (Photo by Fire Department)

[Asia Economy Reporter Jo In-kyung] Fire authorities suspect an explosion occurred during the opening operation of the oxygen gas valve inside the steel mill.