Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) - International Service: Yonhap News Agency reported that, today (Wednesday, September 10), a massive explosion occurred at a South Korean military base in an area near the border with North Korea, injuring eight people.

 

According to the report, two of the injured suffered severe burns, but neither is in critical condition.

 

A local fire department official confirmed the explosion, but did not provide further details, as firefighters were still investigating the incident.

 

The explosion occurred in the city of Paju and, according to Yonhap, was likely caused by explosives used for training.

 

The South Korean Ministry of Defense has not yet commented on the matter.