South Korean firefighters search flooded underground garage, find no casualties

Specialized rescue teams from the Geoje 119 fire department meticulously searched a flooded four-story underground parking garage in Geoje, South Korea. The operation, which took place on the afternoon of the 20th, aimed to confirm the absence of casualties after heavy rainfall submerged the area.

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When the rescue team shouted for help, one member repeatedly struck the corner of a car window with a hand axe.

Approximately 30 vehicles were reported to be trapped in the flooded garage. While the water had largely receded from the third basement level, the fourth basement level, which houses an electrical room, remained submerged. Firefighters, equipped with specialized gear including hand axes, large screwdrivers, waterproof suits, body cameras, and lanterns, systematically searched each vehicle and the surrounding areas.

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No abnormalities.

The rescue teams worked diligently, breaking vehicle windows to gain access and ensure no one was trapped inside. Their thorough search of the vehicles and the entire underground structure, including the electrical room, concluded with a clear report: no casualties or unusual findings. The darkness and water made visibility extremely poor, underscoring the challenging conditions faced by the rescue personnel.

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It was so dark that you couldn't see the person right in front of you because the electricity was out.