Large Fire at Printing Factory in Seo-gu, Incheon... Level 2 Response Issued

43 Suppression Devices and 116 Personnel Deployed
No Casualties Reported

Photo by Asia Economy DB

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Yeju] At around 7:16 PM on the 7th, a large fire broke out at a printing factory in Seoknam-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon.

The fire authorities issued a Level 2 response alarm, which mobilizes personnel and equipment from nearby fire stations, at around 7:33 PM and are currently suppressing the fire. At present, 43 firefighting vehicles and 116 personnel have been deployed.

So far, there have been no reported casualties from the fire, but two factory buildings have been burned down.

A fire official stated, "Smoke and flames are rising from the factory buildings," adding, "Since many factories are densely packed and the fire is spreading to adjacent buildings, a Level 2 response has been issued."