(2nd LD) Fire at shantytown in southern Seoul spreads amid strong winds; no casualties reported

A fire erupted on Oct. 27, 2026, in Guryong Village, a shantytown in Seoul's Gangnam district, spreading rapidly due to strong winds but causing no casualties. Authorities mobilized extensive firefighting resources and relocated 107 residents to shelters. The fire affected multiple districts in the village, known for its densely packed, combustible housing.