Fire in Seoul metro: 400 passengers evacuated

An emergency situation that occurred in the Seoul subway has caught public attention — a 60-year-old man suspected of deliberately setting fire to a metro train was detained. This was reported by the Yonhap news agency, citing official sources.

According to police, the suspect was apprehended near Yeouinaru station. Investigations revealed that he brought a blowtorch and a fuel canister into the train car and started a fire between Yeouinaru and Mapo stations.

As a result, more than 400 passengers had to be urgently evacuated through the tunnel. Over 20 people were hospitalized due to symptoms of smoke inhalation. Some of them reportedly suffered fractures, including broken ankles.

Although the fire was extinguished in time, Seoul Metro representatives stated that train operations between Yeouinaru and Eoge stations have been temporarily suspended.

Investigations are ongoing, and officials have promised to strengthen safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!