On March 19, 2010, South Korean Foreign Minister Yu Myung-hwan sent a message of condolence to Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi on the casualties of Chinese citizens caused by a fire in Jincheon-Gun, ChungCheongbuk-Do, South Korea. Yu expressed deep grief and regret over the casualties and, on behalf of the South Korean government and people, extended deep condolence and sincere sympathy to the Chinese government and people, especially the families of the victims. He said that the South Korean government would do its best to help rescue the injured and handle the aftermath of the deceased.

The Chinese embassy in South Korea has contacted the South Korean foreign ministry and other departments on the procedures of visit of the deceased's families to South Korea. The South Korean side said it would take special measures of assistance.