Parts of South Korea fighting bedbugs
South Korean authorities are working to contain bedbug infestations that have caused concern across the country.
At least 17 outbreaks have been reported in the capital of Seoul and in the cities of Busan and Incheon as of 5 November, local media report.
Seoul has set aside 500 million won ($383,000; £310,000) and put up a response team against the bedbugs.
Before South Korea, bedbugs have also been sighted in France and the UK. causing panic in some communities.
Bedbug infestations in South Korea were reported as early as September, at a university in Daegu city in the southwest.
The blood-sucking insects were later reported in tourist accommodations and a public sauna.
Some South Koreans have been staying away from cinemas and public transportation out of fear of bedbugs.
