Forest fires in South Korea have burned approximately 14,694 hectares, forcing the evacuation of over 3,000 people and leaving at least 11 seriously injured. Interim Minister of Internal Affairs and Security Ko Ki-dong stated that strong winds and dry conditions are hindering firefighting efforts. The South Korean military has deployed 5,000 personnel and 146 helicopters to assist in containing the fires, which have spread across more than 20 areas since Friday. At least four people have died, and authorities continue to mobilize resources to combat the disaster.
