What began as seasonal rainfall has now turned into a national emergency in South Korea, where torrential rains have claimed four lives, left two people missing, and forced nearly 3,000 residents to remain displaced.
According to the Ministry of Interior and Safety, heavy downpours have been lashing the country for four consecutive days, and warnings for floods and landslides remain in effect across most regions.
Over 7,000 Evacuated, Thousands Still in Shelters
As of Saturday morning, 2,816 individuals are still unable to return to their homes, many of which have been damaged or are unsafe due to the risk of landslides. The total number of evacuated residents earlier in the week crossed 7,000, with emergency shelters set up in schools and public halls.
In South Chungcheong Province — just south of Seoul — rainfall exceeded 500mm, setting a local record since Wednesday. In some rural parts of the province, cattle were seen struggling to stay afloat, as farm sheds and barns became submerged under muddy floodwaters.
Infrastructure Suffers Heavy Damage
The storm hasn’t just affected homes — infrastructure across the nation has taken a hit. As of the latest reports:
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641 buildings have been water-damaged
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388 roads have been affected
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59 farms are facing heavy losses
Authorities are urging extreme caution, especially in mountainous and low-lying areas where landslide risks remain high.
More Rain Ahead — And Not Just in the South
Meteorologists have warned that rainfall could continue into Monday, especially in the northern and central regions. Even North Korea is expected to receive 150–300mm of rain between Sunday and Tuesday, with remote regions likely to suffer the worst.
🇰🇷 A Nation on Alert
Emergency services, local governments, and the military remain on standby. Rescue workers are actively surveying high-risk zones and assisting families in hard-to-reach areas.
While the full extent of damage is still being assessed, the nation continues to brace for more challenges in the coming days. The government has assured that support for affected families will remain a top priority, and that recovery and safety inspections will begin as soon as conditions allow.
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