Fire rages in South Korea.
18 people are dead.
One is missing.
The fire started in the Sancheong district.
It spread to six cities.
The fire began on Friday.
It’s fueled by strong winds and dry air.
Thousands of firefighters are on the scene.
They’re using helicopters and vehicles to fight the fire.
A historic temple was destroyed.
It was built in 935.
National treasures were moved to safety.
About 500 prisoners were moved.
They were taken from a jail in the North Gyeongsang province.
The jail was in the fire’s path.
Firefighters are working hard to control the blaze.
The fire is still burning.
People are waiting for it to be put out.
The Fight Against the Fire
Firefighters are using everything they can to stop the fire.
They’re dropping water from helicopters.
They’re using fire trucks to spray water.
The fire is very strong.
It’s hard to control.
The firefighters are working day and night.
The people are helping too.
They’re giving food and water to the firefighters.
They’re also helping to evacuate people from the area.
What’s Next
The firefighters will keep working until the fire is out.
The people will have to rebuild their homes and lives.
The government will have to help them.
The fire was very bad.
But the people are strong.
They will get through this.
- 18 people are dead.
- One person is missing.
- The fire started in the Sancheong district.
- The fire spread to six cities.
- Thousands of firefighters are on the scene.