Honoring ancestors turned into tragedy: how massive fires engulfed South Korea.

The man suspected of involvement in the massive wildfires in South Korea has been detained by law enforcement. As a result of the fires, 30 people have died, and the flames have destroyed about 48,000 hectares of land.

Police report that the suspect in causing the fire has been arrested. Preliminary reports indicate that the man ignited the flames on March 22 during a ritual at a grave. Due to strong winds and hot weather, the fire quickly spread to other areas, including Andong, Jeongseon, Yeongyang, and Yeongdeok.

The detained individual denies all accusations, but the police continue their investigation.

Currently, the fires are under control. The flames have destroyed more than 3,000 residential buildings, 30 cultural heritage sites, and about 2,000 agricultural structures.

The government has organized temporary shelters for the affected, providing them with necessary material, medical, and psychological support. The government is also helping them find new housing and return to normal life.

The massive wildfires have already caused a state of emergency in South Korea. Many buildings have been destroyed as a result of the fires, including the 1,300-year-old Buddhist temple Gounsa. Some historical artifacts were rescued, and residents were evacuated.