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EpaA 56-year-old man is investigated in South Korea on suspicion of creating a deadly fire that killed 30 people.
A man who was not named, at that time performed ancestors a family grave on a hill in the Useon district, Northern Gionsang province.
It was booked – but not arrested – and will be summoned for questioning after the site investigation. He denies allegations.
On Sunday, officials said the main fires were finally undergoing full control – 10 days after they started, causing extensive damage to the building, including historical temples.
Investigators were reportedly talked to the daughter of the suspect, who said to have told them that the fire had started when her father tried to burn the branches of the trees that hung over the graves with the lighter.
According to the Korean Forest Service, the fire burned more than 48,000 hectares – which is equivalent to about 80% of the size of the Seul capital.
It also destroyed approximately 4,000 structures, including houses, factories and a number of national treasures.
The Honor Temple – the UNESCO World Heritage Site – was among the temples destroyed in the flames. It was built in 618 AD. And he was one of the largest in the province.
Most of the victims were people in the 60s and 70s.
Fires, which are fueled by strong and dry wind, spread to several cities and counties.
Suddenly warm weather, dry conditions and pine forests in the region also helped to feed the flames.
The following week an investigation will be conducted with the participation of police, fire bodies and forest management.
Acting President Khan Dak-S. The government would provide financial support to those who were displaced by fires.
