A fire engulfed a 33-story residential high-rise in Ulsan, South Korea, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people.
Fire Engulfs South Korea High-Rise, Forcing Hundreds to Evacuate
Dozens were said to have suffered smoke inhalation in Thursday’s blaze. Major fires linked to lax safety standards have plagued South Korea for decades.
Hyundai Kona Electric Recalled in South Korea and US over Potential Fire Danger
South Korea has issued a recall for more than 25,000 Hyundai Kona Electric crossovers over potential fires. Hyundai and battery supplier LG Chem have been unable to determine what is causing the fires …
Fire engulfs apartment block in Ulsan, South Korea
A fire engulfed a 33-storey apartment block in Ulsan, South Korea, on Thursday night (October 7). The blaze is believed to have started at around 11.
Huge fire engulfs entire 33-storey apartment block in South Korea
The fire, which is believed to have started on the 12th floor of the residential building, has spread to engulf the entirety of the block in Ulsan, a city northwest of Busan.
Hyundai Motor to recall Kona EV in South Korea over concern of fire risk
Hyundai Motor Co will voluntarily recall its Kona electric vehicles as a possible short circuit due to what may be faulty manufacturing of its high-voltage battery cells could pose a fire risk, South …
Hyundai to voluntarily recall Kona EV over battery fire concerns: South Korea ministry
South Korea’s transport ministry said on Thursday Hyundai Motor Co will voluntarily recall its Kona electric vehicles as a possible short circuit due to faulty manufacturing of its high-voltage …
Hyundai to recall Kona EV over faulty battery cells: South Korea ministry
Hyundai Motor Co will voluntarily recall its Kona electric vehicles as a possible short circuit due to faulty manufacturing of its high-voltage battery cells could pose a fire risk, South Korea’s …
Lawmakers: North Korean ex-envoy to Italy defected to South
South Korean lawmakers say a senior North Korea diplomat who vanished in Italy in 2018 lives in South Korea under government protection …
Corporate Cleanup in South Korea Fails to Impress Foreign Funds
Ever since President Moon Jae-in came into power three years ago, South Korea has been trying to reduce its reputation for having a stockmarket dominated by family controlled conglomerates that lack …