Factory Fire at Gwangju Pyeongdong Industrial Complex... Firefighting Hampered by Burning Plastics

Level 1 Fire Response Declared

Over 100 Firefighters Deployed

A fire broke out at a factory within the Pyeongdong General Industrial Complex in Gwangju, prompting fire authorities to declare Level 1 response and carry out firefighting operations.

According to the Gwangsan-gu District Office and the Gwangju Fire Headquarters, a report was received at around 2:08 p.m. on June 21, 2026, that a fire had occurred at a factory located within Pyeongdong Industrial Complex, Songchon-dong, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City.

The fire authorities declared a Level 1 response, deploying approximately 100 firefighters and 51 pieces of equipment to extinguish the blaze. As of now, no casualties have been reported. Workers residing in a nearby dormitory have all safely evacuated.

A fire broke out at a factory located within the Pyeongdong Industrial Complex in Songchon-dong, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City. Provided by Gwangsan-gu Office

However, it has been reported that a large amount of highly flammable combustible materials, such as plastic, are stored inside the factory, making firefighting efforts difficult. As black smoke and heat continue to be generated, firefighters are focusing on preventing the fire from spreading to nearby factories.

Meanwhile, the Gwangsan-gu District Office sent out disaster alert messages twice to nearby residents, urging them to refrain from going outside in order to prevent further damage.

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