A fire broke out in Neungok-dong, Uijeongbu, Gyeonggi Province, prompting evacuation guidance for nearby residents.

According to a safety alert text message sent by Uijeongbu City on the 27th, a fire broke out near Neungok-dong, Uijeongbu, as of 5:47 p.m. that day. The city instructed residents of nearby buildings to evacuate quickly and urged vehicles passing through the area to take detours around the roads near the building.

■ Refrain from Approaching the Site, Exercise Caution When Driving

To ensure safety, people should refrain from approaching the area near the fire site. In particular, drivers passing around the scene of the fire should take care not to obstruct the passage of emergency vehicles and pay attention to surrounding road conditions.

■ Evacuation Tips in Case of Fire

When a fire breaks out, quick and safe evacuation is of utmost importance.

▲ If smoke enters a building, lower your posture and move while avoiding the smoke as much as possible. ▲ When evacuating, use stairs instead of elevators as a basic safety rule. ▲ Do not force your way into passages filled with smoke; be sure to identify a safe evacuation route. ▲ After evacuating outside the building, do not re-enter the fire site; it is advisable to wait in a safe location while following the instructions of firefighting authorities and other personnel on the scene.