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Coupang Fire Rages Over 52 Hours
20 Jul
Summary
- A massive fire engulfed a Coupang logistics center.
- The blaze lasted over 52 hours, raising collapse concerns.
- Nearby businesses and factories were ordered to evacuate.
A colossal fire consumed a key Coupang logistics facility in Incheon, west of Seoul, burning for more than 52 hours. The inferno began on Saturday morning on the sixth floor of the No. 32 fulfilment centre and subsequently spread. Authorities issued an evacuation order for surrounding shops and factories late on Sunday due to the risk of partial building collapse. This massive facility, equivalent to 42 football fields, is vital for Coupang's rapid delivery service within the Seoul metropolitan area. All employees were safely evacuated, and an investigation into the fire's cause is pending once the blaze is fully extinguished. Coupang has stated its cooperation with the investigation and support for affected parties.
