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South Korea's 'worst-ever' wildfires kill at least 18

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SEOUL -- Strong winds are driving wildfires in southeastern South Korea, fueling what the country's acting president is calling the most damaging blazes in the country's history. Han Duck-soo said Wednesday that 18 people, including four firefighters, have died in the fires and 23,000 people were…
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South Korea Wildfires Breaking: Death Toll Mounts Rapidly as 18 Killed in Worst Fires In History 03:18

South Korea Wildfires continue to rage, causing widespread destruction as President Duck Soo calls them the worst in the nation's history. Fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, the blazes have devastated entire communities, forcing thousands to evacuate. An ancient temple has been reduced to...

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