Fire in Seoul Building Injures Ten, Including Foreign Nationals

Seoul, South Korea – A fire broke out at a seven-story building in the Sogong-dong neighborhood of Seoul on Saturday evening, March 14, 2026, leaving ten people injured, according to reports from YTN Xinhua.

Details of the Incident

The fire is believed to have originated on the third floor of the building, which houses a guesthouse, at approximately 6:10 p.m. Local time Xinhua. Of the ten individuals injured, two sustained serious injuries, even as eight others suffered minor injuries. Some of those injured are reported to be foreign nationals Xinhua.

Emergency Response

Fire authorities responded to the incident with a Level 1 emergency response, initiating firefighting operations Xinhua. Videos of the fire posted on YouTube demonstrate significant flames and smoke emanating from the building YouTube, YouTube, YouTube.

Ongoing Investigation

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Further updates will be provided as they become available.