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South Korea: Death toll hits 26 as firefighters battle to contain worst-ever wildfires
Seoul, March 27: Firefighters using helicopters were struggling to contain the nation's worst-ever wildfires on Thursday that have ravaged South Korea's southeastern province of North Gyeongsang, with the death toll from the blazes reaching 26 and injuries being reported to another 30 people.
South Korea: Wildfires becoming uncontrollable in Uiseong
Seoul, March 25: Wildfires in South Korea's southeastern county of Uiseong appear to be getting out of control due to unpredictable strong winds and extremely dry weather, government officials said on Tuesday, citing a gradual drop in the area's fire extinguishing rate.