As wildfires continue to cause damage in the Yeongnam region, stars are continuously extending their helping hands to support the affected areas.
The Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association announced on the 26th that actress Bae Suzy donated 100 million won to support wildfire victims in Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam regions.
Her agency stated, "Upon hearing the news that the wildfire damage is spreading, Bae Suzy wanted to share her heart as it is a desperate situation for help," and added, "We hope the wildfire is extinguished as soon as possible so that the neighbors can return to their daily lives."
Singer Jang Min-ho also contributed to the recovery from the wildfire damage. The Korean Red Cross announced that Jang Min-ho, as a promotional ambassador, donated 100 million won for the recovery from the large wildfires that occurred across Gyeongnam, Gyeongbuk, and Ulsan.
Jang Min-ho expressed, "I hope this can be of some help to all those affected by the wildfires," through the Korean Red Cross, with whom he has built a relationship since becoming a promotional ambassador in 2024, and added, "I hope the affected residents can return to their daily lives as soon as possible."
Actress Go Min-si also joined in supporting the wildfire victims in Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam regions. According to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association, Go Min-si donated 50 million won for the recovery from the wildfire damage in Ulsan and Gyeongsang regions.
Go Min-si stated, "Seeing the damage grow heavier made my heart feel heavy. I wanted to help even a little," and added, "I believe it is a time to come together. I hope more people will participate."
NCT's Haechan donated 50 million won through the Community Chest of Korea to support the recent wildfire damage in the Yeongnam region.
In addition, singer Lee Chan-won, broadcaster Yoo Jae-suk, actor Im Si-wan, comedian Lee Seung-yoon, broadcaster Shim Jin-hwa, WINNER member Kim Jin-woo, actress Chun Woo-hee, So Yoo-jin, and broadcaster Yoo Byung-jae have also joined the donation efforts to support wildfire victims.
Meanwhile, since the 21st, medium to large wildfires have occurred in the Yeongnam region, including Sancheong in Gyeongnam and Uiseong in Gyeongbuk. As a result, a total of 18 fatalities have been reported, and more than 27,000 people have been displaced.
[Son Jin-ah, MK Sports Reporter]
