S. Korean government to provide additional US$ 15.37 mil. in special grants

The government is setting aside an additional 22-point-6 billion won roughly 15-point-4 million U.S. dollars to aid relief efforts in Gyeongsangbuk-do and Gyeongsangnam-do provinces

that suffered extensive damage from last week's wildfires which were the worst on record.

According to authorities on this Tuesday more funds may be allocated if needed as recovery plans take visible shape.

The total government support now stands at almost 21 million U.S. dollars.

These special grants will be used to clear debris to support temporary housing and to implement safety measures to prevent secondary damage.