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Emergency crews scramble to contain blaze at Taean facility as authorities investigate cause of afternoon blast.

A loud blast shattered the afternoon calm in Taean, South Korea, today as an explosion ripped through a major thermal power plant, sending emergency teams racing to the scene.
The incident, which occurred at approximately 2:43 p.m. local time (8:43 a.m. EAT), underscores the volatile nature of heavy industrial energy infrastructure. While immediate details regarding casualties remain scarce, the Yonhap news agency has confirmed a massive mobilization of fire services to the site, located about 150 kilometers southwest of the capital, Seoul.
Local fire authorities were alerted immediately following reports of a "loud bang" emanating from the facility. An unnamed fire official, cited by local media, confirmed that multiple firefighting units and specialized equipment have been dispatched to battle the flames.
As the situation develops, the focus remains on containment and assessing the structural integrity of the plant. Thermal power stations, which burn fossil fuels to generate steam for electricity, present unique challenges for emergency responders due to the presence of high-pressure systems and combustible materials.
Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the cause of the explosion or the potential impact on the regional power grid. We will continue to monitor this developing story.
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