The number of deaths in a plane crash in South Korea has increased to 47.

According to officials in South Korea, a tragic incident has occurred at an airport in the southern part of the country. A plane carrying 181 passengers caught on fire during landing, resulting in 47 fatalities. The aircraft skidded off the runway upon landing and collided with a barrier, causing the fire to engulf the entire plane. The emergency office in the country stated that the landing gear of the plane appeared to have malfunctioned.

The National Fire Agency confirmed that 47 people on board the plane have lost their lives in this devastating incident. Footage of the crash was shown on YTN television, showing the Jeju Air plane sliding across the airstrip with its landing gear still closed. It then crashed into a concrete wall on the outskirts of the airport. The transport ministry reported that the incident took place at 9:03am local time.

The National Fire Agency also stated that the fire has been mostly contained, but emergency workers are still trying to rescue any remaining passengers and crew members from the plane. So far, two people have been pulled out - one passenger and one crew member. The agency has deployed 32 fire trucks and multiple helicopters to help extinguish the fire and assist with the rescue efforts.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by emergency officials. Local TV stations have been airing footage of thick black smoke billowing from the plane, which was completely engulfed in flames. This tragic incident has occurred at a time when South Korea is already facing a major political crisis, with the recent impeachment of acting President Han Duck-soo.

In response to the crash, Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok has taken over duties and ordered all available resources to be used in the rescue efforts. Yoon Suk Yeol's office has also announced that an emergency meeting will be held later on Sunday to discuss the situation. Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those affected by this terrible tragedy.

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