{"id":8649,"date":"2026-05-06T12:15:25","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T12:15:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/empire-music.net\/index.php\/2026\/05\/06\/k-pop-girl-group-recalls-dangerous-yet-hilarious-situation-when-fire-broke-out-at-their-dorm\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T12:15:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T12:15:25","slug":"k-pop-girl-group-recalls-dangerous-yet-hilarious-situation-when-fire-broke-out-at-their-dorm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/empire-music.net\/index.php\/2026\/05\/06\/k-pop-girl-group-recalls-dangerous-yet-hilarious-situation-when-fire-broke-out-at-their-dorm\/","title":{"rendered":"K-Pop Girl Group Recalls Dangerous Yet Hilarious Situation When Fire Broke Out At Their Dorm"},"content":{"rendered":"

The incident, which occurred shortly after the group\u2019s debut in 2022, highlights the often-unseen domestic challenges faced by K-pop idols who live in communal dormitories. While the story eventually took a comedic turn involving a hidden delivery of fried chicken, the members emphasized that the initial moments of the fire were genuinely life-threatening and chaotic.<\/p>\n

Detailed Chronology of the Dormitory Incident<\/h2>\n

The fire occurred during a rare period of rest for the group following their rigorous debut promotions. According to member Jimin, the gravity of the situation cannot be overstated. "When we first debuted, there was a fire at our dorm," she stated during the anniversary broadcast. "This isn\u2019t just a funny story; it was a really dangerous situation." The fire originated in one of the bathrooms, a location that initially obscured the source of the smoke from the sleeping members.<\/p>\n

Seonyou, one of the group’s younger members, provided a vivid account of the moment she realized the danger. Having returned to the dorm after school, she was napping when the scent of burning materials began to permeate the air. "The smell didn\u2019t seem normal," Seonyou recalled. Upon waking, she found the room engulfed in a thick, black haze. "I opened my eyes, and everything was pitch black\u2014I thought I had entered the afterlife. As I tried to gather myself, I realized the black smoke was actually falling ash."<\/p>\n

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Realizing the severity of the situation, Seonyou immediately alerted her fellow members. Hyeju, the group\u2019s leader, was among the first to respond to the emergency. In a moment of panic and adrenaline, Hyeju attempted to extinguish the flames using a rudimentary method. "It was my first time seeing a fire; I filled a bowl with water from the sink and poured it on the fire after opening the bathroom door," Hyeju explained. However, the small amount of water was insufficient to suppress the growing blaze.<\/p>\n

Hyeju noted that while the smoke was becoming increasingly dense, some members were so exhausted from their schedules that they remained in bed, initially unaware of the emergency. She took charge of the situation, insisting on an immediate evacuation. The local fire department arrived shortly thereafter, and the members were escorted out of the building via the emergency stairwell.<\/p>\n

The Intersection of Crisis and K-Pop Training Culture<\/h2>\n

The narrative took an unexpected turn when the members revealed their primary concern during the evacuation: a secret order of fried chicken. In the highly regulated world of K-pop, rookie groups are often subjected to strict dietary restrictions and weight management protocols enforced by their management agencies. CLASS:y was no exception to these industry standards during their debut period.<\/p>\n

Seonyou explained that the group had ordered fried chicken shortly before the fire broke out. Fearing that their managers or staff might discover the unauthorized meal during the commotion, the members took drastic measures to conceal the evidence. "Since it was our debut period, we were worried if we got caught eating it, so we hid the chicken in the dishwasher," Seonyou said.<\/p>\n

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Remarkably, once the fire department had secured the scene and the immediate danger had passed, the members\u2019 thoughts returned to their hidden meal. After the situation was resolved and the smoke had cleared sufficiently, the group retrieved the chicken from the dishwasher\u2014which had acted as a makeshift safe-box against both the fire and the prying eyes of management\u2014and proceeded to eat it in the emergency stairwell. This juxtaposition of a life-threatening emergency and the innocent rebellion of young artists seeking a late-night snack has since resonated with fans as a testament to the group\u2019s close-knit bond and resilience.<\/p>\n

Contextual Background: CLASS:y and the Survival Show Foundation<\/h2>\n

To understand the significance of this milestone and the group\u2019s shared history, one must look at the origins of CLASS:y. The group consists of seven members: Hyungseo, Chaewon, Hyeju, Riwon, Jimin, Boeun, and Seonyou. They were finalized as a group on February 27, 2022, during the finale of My Teenage Girl<\/em>. The show was unique for its age-based grading system and its focus on the "global" potential of the contestants.<\/p>\n

The group officially debuted on May 5, 2022, with the mini-album CLASS IS OVER<\/em> and the high-energy title track "SHUT DOWN." Because they were formed through a survival show, the members were thrust into the limelight with high expectations and intense scrutiny from the beginning. The transition from contestants to a professional idol group living together in a dormitory is a period typically marked by extreme fatigue and the pressure to maintain a perfect public image. The fire incident occurred during this high-pressure window, serving as a "baptism by fire" for the young artists.<\/p>\n

Industry Safety Standards and Dormitory Life<\/h2>\n

The incident involving CLASS:y brings renewed attention to the living conditions and safety protocols of K-pop dormitories. It is standard practice for South Korean entertainment agencies to provide communal housing for their artists, especially during the first several years of their contracts. While these dormitories are intended to foster teamwork and simplify logistics for busy schedules, they have also been the site of various accidents across the industry over the decades.<\/p>\n

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Historical data shows that CLASS:y is not the first group to face domestic emergencies. In years past, groups such as Dal Shabet and various trainee cohorts have reported incidents ranging from minor electrical fires to flooding and break-ins. The density of high-rise apartment living in Seoul, combined with the often-outdated electrical systems in older buildings used for trainee housing, presents ongoing risks.<\/p>\n

Safety experts note that the reaction of the CLASS:y members\u2014specifically the attempt to douse a fire with a bowl of water\u2014is a common human response in high-stress situations among those who have not received formal fire safety training. Since this incident, there has been a broader push within some entertainment agencies to include basic emergency response and first-aid training as part of the standard trainee curriculum.<\/p>\n

Analysis of the "Chicken Incident" and Idol Management<\/h2>\n

The detail regarding the hidden chicken offers a rare glimpse into the psychological pressures of the K-pop industry. The fact that the members were more concerned about being "caught" with food than the immediate threat of fire and smoke inhalation speaks volumes about the intensity of "debut-era" management. <\/p>\n

Dieting is a controversial but pervasive aspect of the industry. Many groups have shared similar stories of "smuggling" food into their dorms. For CLASS:y, the fire became a secondary concern to the preservation of their meal, highlighting the intense hunger and stress often associated with rookie promotions. Analysts suggest that sharing these stories years later is a way for idols to humanize themselves and bond with a fanbase that increasingly values authenticity over the "perfect" image of the past.<\/p>\n

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Impact and Legacy of the Revelation<\/h2>\n

As CLASS:y moves into the fourth year of their career, the retelling of this story serves as a foundational "origin myth" for the group. In the K-pop fandom culture, these types of "pre-fame" or "rookie-era" struggles are essential for building a narrative of perseverance. <\/p>\n

The group\u2019s 4th-anniversary content has been met with a wave of support from "CLIKE:y" (the group\u2019s official fandom). On social media platforms and community forums, fans expressed a mixture of relief that the members were unharmed and amusement at their dedication to the hidden chicken. "It shows how close they are that they can laugh about it now," one fan commented. "But it’s also a reminder of how hard they worked and the strict rules they lived under."<\/p>\n

Conclusion and Future Outlook<\/h2>\n

CLASS:y\u2019s journey from the rigorous stages of My Teenage Girl<\/em> to established idols has been marked by both professional success and personal trials. The dormitory fire, while dangerous, has become a symbol of the group\u2019s early days\u2014a time of chaos, shared secrets, and the simple joy of a meal shared in a stairwell.<\/p>\n

As the group continues to evolve, their ability to reflect on these moments with a professional yet candid tone suggests a maturity that bodes well for their longevity in the industry. The group remains active in both the Korean and Japanese markets, continuing to build on the momentum of their debut. While the fire is a thing of the past, the bond forged in the smoke of their first dormitory remains a central part of the CLASS:y identity, reminding both the members and their fans of the resilience required to succeed in the global music landscape.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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