US military says there was no white phosphorus leak at its air base in South Korea

The U.S. military announced on Thursday that an investigation into a suspected white phosphorus leak at an air base in South Korea concluded that no such leak occurred. The statement follows a period of heightened concern that prompted local authorities to advise nearby residents to evacuate the area as a precautionary measure.

The investigation was launched in response to reports of a potential hazardous material incident at the facility. With the military confirming the absence of a leak, the situation appears to be resolved, addressing the safety concerns that led to the initial evacuation warnings.