South Korea: Deadly Wildfires Trigger Mass Evacuations in Southeast

A wildfire began in Uiseong, North Gyeongsang Province, on March 22. By March 26, the fire had spread eastward to Cheongsong, Yeongyang, and Yeongdeok, burning more than 17,000 hectares, making it the second-largest wildfire in South Korean history. As of March 26, it was reported that 24 people had died, and approximately 27,000 residents had been evacuated.

South Korea: Raging Wildfire Threatens UNESCO Site in Andong 2

Since last Friday, March 21, wildfires have been raging in South Korea's southeastern regions, claiming 16 lives at the time of writing. On Tuesday, March 25, evacuation orders were issued for residents in Andong city, as a fire that broke out in nearby Uiseong continued to spread due to winds and dry conditions. The fire is threatening Hahoe Village, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic settlements.

South Korea: Raging Wildfire Threatens UNESCO Site in Andong

Since last Friday, March 21, wildfires have been raging in South Korea's southeastern regions, claiming 16 lives at the time of writing. On Tuesday, March 25, evacuation orders were issued for residents in Andong city, as a fire that broke out in nearby Uiseong continued to spread due to winds and dry conditions. The fire is threatening Hahoe Village, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic settlements.

S. Korea village keeps heritage alive, key to better Japan ties

S. Korea village keeps heritage alive, key to better Japan ties

Photo taken April 20, 2016, shows a part of Andong Hahoe folk village in Andong City, South Korea. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

S. Korea village keeps heritage alive, key to better Japan ties

S. Korea village keeps heritage alive, key to better Japan ties

A guide explains to members of the Journalist Forum for World Peace about Andong Hahoe folk village. Photo was taken April 20, 2016, at Andong City, South Korea. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo