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 Parked Vehicle Fire Electrical Cause? A fire broke out in a vehicle parked in an outdoor parking lot in Jeonju. Fire authorities believe that the fire started from an electrical device located near the front passenger seat and are investigating the exact cause. Electrical systems can cause fires even in non-electric vehicles. When people think of vehicle fires, engine overheating or electric vehicle battery fires often come to mind first. However, vehicles contain various wires, electrical systems, batteries, and electrically powered devices. Poor electrical connections, damaged wiring, or electrical faults can cause a fire even while a vehicle is parked. Although the exact cause of this incident is still under investigation, it shows that vehicle fires can occur not only while driving, but also while a vehicle is parked. In crowded parking lots, the risk of fire spreading must also be considered. Although the fire damage was limited to part of the front passenger seat...

  Fire Breaks Out in an EV Awaiting Repair Recently, a fire broke out in an electric vehicle that was being stored in an open lot in Incheon while awaiting repairs. Fortunately, no one was injured. However, the fire damaged a total of nine vehicles, including the vehicle where the fire originated and several nearby vehicles. Fire authorities deployed personnel and equipment and extinguished the fire approximately 18 minutes after receiving the report. The exact cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Vehicles Awaiting Repair or in Storage Also Require Fire Safety Precautions This incident requires particular attention because the fire occurred not while the vehicle was being driven or charged, but while the electric vehicle was being stored awaiting repairs. Even when an electric vehicle involved in an accident or impact appears to have no major external damage, its battery may have sustained internal damage. In locations such as repair shops and vehicle storage areas, ...

  Forklift-Related Fire at a Paint Warehouse A major fire recently broke out at a materials warehouse operated by a paint company in Ulsan. Fire authorities believe the fire started while forklift operations were underway inside the warehouse and are investigating the exact cause. The fire spread rapidly due to flammable materials stored in the warehouse, including paint. It extended to surrounding properties, including parked vehicles, nearby studio apartments, and an automobile repair shop. One resident of a nearby villa was killed, while four others, including warehouse personnel and local residents, were injured. The main fire was brought under control in approximately 38 minutes. However, paint and other flammable materials made it difficult to extinguish the remaining flames, and full extinguishment took approximately four hours. The Growing Challenge of Fire Response in Extreme Heat As extreme heat continues across the country, high temperatures can increase the risk of fire...

Forklift fire response by one person with SAFEDOME Recent fire incidents at large logistics centers and industrial sites have drawn increasing attention to the need for stronger workplace fire response systems. Logistics centers and manufacturing facilities contain various potential fire hazards, including electrical equipment, stored materials, and battery-charging facilities. Forklifts are essential for transporting materials and carrying out daily operations. However, because they use batteries and electrical components, facilities must be equipped with appropriate initial-response equipment in preparation for potential fires. Today, we would like to introduce the SAFEDOME-LMW3.4H Forklift Model, an initial fire response system for forklifts that was recently supplied to the Hyundai Home Shopping Logistics Center. SAFEDOME is an initial fire response system designed to help prevent flames and heat from spreading to surrounding areas in the event of a vehicle or forklift fire. It can...

Fire safety isn`t optional it`s competitiveness Department stores are spaces visited by thousands, even tens of thousands of people every day. Great brands and a pleasant environment attract customers, but for a space to earn long-term trust, the most important factor is ultimately safety. In particular, business interruptions caused by fire go far beyond simple facility damage. They directly affect the department store’s brand image as well as the operations of its tenants and partner businesses. A single fire can bring an entire space to a halt. That is why fire safety management in department stores should never be taken lightly. Department Store Fires That Automatic Systems Couldn’t Prevent The 2022 fire at a major outlet mall in Daejeon left a deep shock on many people. One of the most painful revelations after the accident was that the very systems designed for safety failed to function properly. The fire alarm system had reportedly been turned off due to repeated false al...

Vehicle fire early response prevented major damage Recently, a vehicle fire occurred in an apartment parking garage in Godeok-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul. Although the fire broke out during the early morning hours and had the potential to cause serious damage due to the nature of parking garages, the rapid initial response by a citizen at the scene helped prevent the fire from spreading further. [Related Article] According to reports, a citizen at the scene quickly noticed an explosion sound and  smoke coming from underneath the vehicle, and immediately responded by calling 119 and using a fire extinguisher for initial firefighting. Due to the structure of parking garages, where vehicles are closely parked together, there was a risk of the fire spreading to nearby vehicles. However, thanks to the rapid initial response, the situation was contained without major spread or damage. The scale of damage depends on the initial response to a fire This incident once again highlighted how...