An LPG station in South Korea’s Gangwon province, specifically in the Pyeongchang region, was rocked by a significant explosion triggered by a gas leak. The resulting fire swiftly engulfed nearby structures and vehicles. According to the Gangwon Fire Department’s report on the January 1 incident at around 20:41, 5 individuals sustained injuries. Of these, 2 remain in stable condition while the remaining 3 suffered minor injuries.

Firefighters, swiftly deployed to the scene, managed to contain the flames after approximately 3 hours. The explosion’s intensity and subsequent fire damaged 14 buildings, leading to the evacuation of at least 25 individuals from the area