South Korean Prime Minister Han Seong-sook has issued an urgent directive for thorough preparations in response to forecasts of heavy rain across the country.
On August 30, she emphasized the need for strict safety measures to prevent additional damage in areas already affected by previous rainfall.
She specifically urged for inspections and management of risk areas, including apartment slopes, landslide-prone regions, retaining walls near residential areas, steep slopes, and aging houses.
With heavy rain expected in the early hours of August 31, she instructed authorities to establish evacuation plans for residents in vulnerable areas. She stressed the importance of using available means, such as village broadcasts and sirens, to ensure residents can evacuate quickly in case of emergencies.
Additionally, she requested that relevant agencies maintain a state of emergency readiness, ensure effective information sharing among institutions, and pay special attention to the safety of on-site response personnel.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, rain is expected in most parts of the country until August 31. Particularly, strong rain accompanied by gusts and thunderstorms is forecasted for some areas early on the 31st, necessitating heightened caution.
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