Deadly South Korean Factory Fire Highlights Lithium Battery Safety Concerns

A blaze at a Hwaseong battery plant killed 23 workers, mostly Chinese migrants, prompting calls for improved safety measures.

The fire broke out at a lithium battery factory in Hwaseong, south of Seoul, killing 23 people, including 18 Chinese nationals.
Initial investigations suggest the blaze was triggered by exploding lithium batteries stored on the second floor of the building.
Chinese Ambassador Xing Haiming has called for thorough investigations and better protection for Chinese workers in South Korea.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has ordered measures to address battery-related fires and improve industrial safety.
This incident has reignited global concerns over the safety of lithium batteries, widely used in various consumer products.