Fire at Busan Hotel Construction Site Kills Six and Injures Seven

The blaze at the Banyan Tree Hotel site in South Korea erupted mid-morning, prompting a large-scale rescue and firefighting operation.

The fire broke out just before 11 a.m. at the Banyan Tree Hotel construction site in Busan, South Korea, with approximately 100 workers present at the time.
Six people were confirmed dead, and seven others sustained injuries, with some in critical condition, according to fire officials.
Authorities believe the fire originated on the first floor, where insulation materials were stored, though the exact cause remains under investigation.
Around 90 firefighters and helicopters were deployed for rescue operations, successfully evacuating over 100 workers, including 14 from the building's rooftop.
The fire was brought under control by 1:30 p.m., with South Korea's acting president ordering full mobilization of resources to manage the crisis and ensure firefighter safety.