Forest Fire in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province Extinguished in About 40 Minutes

By  Son Gijun  | Jun 13, 2026

산불 진화 훈련하는 산림청 헬기
▲ File photo of a Korea Forest Service helicopter

A fire broke out on a hillside near Sangdong-ri, Buk-myeon, Dongnam-gu, Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, at approximately 10:31 a.m. today (June 13).

Upon receiving the report, fire and forestry authorities dispatched 14 pieces of equipment and 36 personnel, successfully extinguishing the blaze in about 40 minutes.

It has been confirmed that there were no casualties.

Forestry authorities are currently investigating the exact cause of the fire and the extent of the damage.

(Photo: Yonhap News)
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