Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:07pm on 27 Mar 2025,Thursday International
South Korea is battling its largest wildfires on record, killing 27 and displacing tens of thousands. The blazes, which began on March 21 in the southeast, have devastated homes and cultural sites, including a 1,300-year-old temple in Uiseong. Strong winds and dry conditions have fueled the infernos, making firefighting efforts difficult. Helicopters face risks, with one crashing during operations. Authorities suspect human activities ignited multiple fires. Eyewitnesses describe "apocalyptic" destruction. Officials warn that more cultural sites remain under threat as emergency teams race to contain the disaster. (PC: Getty Images)
