White Phosphorous Leak At US Military Base Sparks Evacuation
Summary
A white phosphorus leak happened at the Osan Air Base, a joint U.S.-South Korean military facility near Seoul. The South Korean government ordered nearby residents to evacuate for safety.Key Facts
- The leak took place at Osan Air Base, located south of Seoul, South Korea.
- Osan Air Base hosts the U.S. Air Force’s 51st Fighter Wing.
- White phosphorus is a substance that catches fire when exposed to air and releases harmful smoke.
- Militaries use white phosphorus to light battlefields or create smoke screens.
- The South Korean safety ministry announced the evacuation of people living near the base.
- The cause and full impact of the leak are still being investigated.
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