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Robot dog deployed for Seoul gas leak

A robotic firefighting unit helped emergency crews monitor a natural gas leak in Seoul, where 130 people evacuated safely and no injuries were reported.

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A firefighting robot dog returns after inspecting the scene of a natural gas leak at a building near Hanseong Baekje Station in Songpa District, Seoul, on June 18.

A firefighting robot dog returns after inspecting the scene of a natural gas leak near Hanseong Baekje Station in Seoul's Songpa District, southern Seoul, on June 18. Emergency crews deployed 10 vehicles, about 30 personnel and the robotic unit to monitor gas levels and assess the site. About 130 people were evacuated from four nearby buildings, but no injuries were reported. Authorities contained the leak and restored normal traffic and subway access about 80 minutes later.