Condolences and Sympathy Expressed in Korean
As of 4 p.m. on the 26th, Death Toll Stands at 24
Tottenham Hotspur, the English Premier League (EPL) club of South Korea's national football team player Son Heung-min, expressed condolences and sympathy for the wildfire disaster in the Gyeongbuk region. On the 26th (Korean time), Tottenham conveyed their condolences and sympathy in Korean on the club's official social media service (SNS) account.
Tottenham said, "We extend our deepest condolences and sincere sympathy to all those affected by the large wildfire that occurred in South Korea," adding, "During this difficult time, our hearts and prayers are with everyone affected." They continued, "We also sincerely wish for the safety of all those working tirelessly on the scene day and night," and added, "We earnestly hope that the wildfire will be brought under control soon so that everyone can return to peaceful daily life."
On the official Instagram accounts of Tottenham and Bayern Munich, messages of condolence and sympathy regarding the wildfire situation in the Gyeongbuk region are posted in Korean. Tottenham · Bayern Munich Instagram
Netizens who received Tottenham's condolences and sympathy responded with comments such as, "They are doing what even the K League doesn't do," "Thank you sincerely for your thoughtful concern without going overboard," "Awesome," and "As expected, Tottenham." In addition to Tottenham, Bayern Munich, the German Bundesliga club where Kim Min-jae plays, also expressed condolences and sympathy through SNS.
Meanwhile, the wildfire that started in the Gyeongbuk region on the 21st has not been contained even after six days due to dry weather and strong winds. As of 4 p.m. on the 26th, the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters (CDSCH) reported that the death toll stands at 24. There are 12 seriously injured and 14 lightly injured. In Uiseong, 7 are seriously injured and 8 lightly injured; in Sancheong, 5 are seriously injured and 4 lightly injured; and in Onyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan, 2 are lightly injured. Notably, Uiseong recorded the highest number of casualties with a total of 35. These figures are estimates, and the CDSCH stated that further investigation is needed. They also added, "The status of wildfire casualties will be announced twice daily, at noon and 4 p.m."
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