Huge South Korea wildfires kill 27

At least 27 people have died in what have grown into the largest wildfires in South Korea’s history.

Most of those who have lost their lives were in their 60s and 70s – in other words, those who struggled to escape the fast-moving infernos.

The figure includes three care home residents who died when their car was engulfed by the flames as they tried to escape, local media reported.

Tens of thousands have been displaced and efforts are continuing to protect ancient historical sites which lie in the path of the five fires which are continuing to rage.

(BBC)