Helicopter Crash Amid Wildfire Battle in South Korea

A helicopter crashed in Uiseong, South Korea, during efforts to fight the region's devastating wildfires. The Korea Forest Service confirmed the crash, with rescue operations ongoing. The wildfires have claimed at least 18 lives and destroyed over 200 structures, marking one of the worst wildfire incidents in the area.

A devastating helicopter crash has been reported in Uiseong, a southeastern town in South Korea, amid ongoing struggles to contain widespread wildfires in the region.

The Korea Forest Service revealed that rescue operations are progressing following the crash. It is believed that only the pilot was aboard the helicopter.

The persistent wildfires in southern South Korea have already resulted in at least 18 fatalities and the destruction of over 200 structures, making it one of the most severe incidents of its kind in the area's recent history.

(With inputs from agencies.)