South Korea’s air force apologized after a fighter jet accidentally dropped eight bombs outside a designated training range during a live-fire exercise on Thursday, injuring 15 civilians and damaging several buildings in the village of Nogok-ri, near the North Korean border.

The bombs, each weighing 225kg, were released due to incorrect coordinates entered by the pilot.

The incident occurred during preparations for joint South Korea-US military drills.

While none of the injuries are life-threatening, the blast caused significant damage, including shattered windows and collapsed roofs, The Guardian has reported.

An investigation is underway, and the air force has pledged compensation for the damages.

Written by B.C. Begley