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[Weather] Heavy rain warnings and advisories are strengthened

2025/07/17 22:43

It has been raining a lot mainly in the central parts of the country and the Jeolla-do provinces since yesterday. Heavy rain warnings are in place in the Chungcheong-do, Jeollanam-do and Gyeongsangnam-do provinces. Heavy rain advisories have been issued in most parts of the country. 150 millimeters or more of rain is expected in southern Gyeonggi-do Province, Chungcheongnam-do Province, Daejeon and Sejong, and western Jeollabuk-do Province, up to 120 or more in inland areas of Gangwon-do and Chungcheongbuk-do provinces, and 30 to 100 millimeters in the Seoul metropolitan area. Please be thoroughly prepared for torrential rain until Saturday. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will start off at 24 degrees Celsius, Chuncheon at 23 degrees. Daily highs will move up to 28 to 30 degrees across the country. This heavy rain is expected by the end of this week. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

Tips during monsoon season: what to do when your car gets submerged in water?

2025/07/17 22:34

The recent heavy rainfall and rapid flooding pose a heightened risk of unexpected accidents. Here's our Kim Bo-kyoung with important safety guidelines. With the monsoon season back, there have already been a series of vehicle flooding accidents. When one is trapped inside a submerged car, what would be the best survival tips? Trying to open the door right away might be hard due to the pressure difference. In this case, wait for the water inside the car to rise to the same level as the outside, as once the pressure equalizes, the door gets much easier to open. If the situation is too urgent, break the window using either an emergency hammer or the headrest of the seat. It is important to strike the upper part and the edges of the window, so as not to get hurt by the broken glass. But what's best if water starts filling up inside? "The most important thing is to abandon the car and escape quickly if water starts rising inside the vehicle." Heavy rain is often accompanied by lightning strikes, which can lead to serious injuries or even death. If thunder is heard within 30 seconds of a lightning flash, one needs to seek shelter immediately, as it indicates the lightning struck nearby. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder before going back outside. One needs to avoid holding long, metal objects that can attract lightning, and should not stay under trees or outdoor pavilions as they cannot block lightning. It is safer to stay inside a building or a car. High humidity during rainy season can significantly increase the risk of electrical leakage accidents. Thus, the Korea Electrical Safety Corporation recommends testing home circuit breakers in advance to ensure they function properly. Press the test button next to the breaker, and if the electricity cuts off when the button is pressed, it means it is working well. Avoiding electrical facilities in flooded areas is a must, and appliances should only be reconnected when they are completely dry. Lastly, unplugging devices at home could also be a way to prevent electrical hazards. Kim Bo-kyoung, Arirang News.

Heavy rains lead to casulties, cause damage across South Korea

2025/07/17 19:43

We start on the national front with news of the torrential rain across the country. I have our Byeon Ye-young standing by live on the line with the latest. Now Ye-young, I hear there have been a number of fatalities? Yes, Sunny. The ongoing heavy rainfall has already turned deadly. This morning, a man in his 50s was found dead inside a submerged vehicle in Seosan City, Chungcheongnam-do Province. He was discovered in a state of cardiac arrest and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Another man in his 80s was found dead from drowning nearby, and one person also died in Dangjin city. In Gyeonggi-do Province, a 40-year-old man was killed yesterday when a 10-meter retaining wall collapsed in Osan City due to the rain. In total, over 110 people have been temporarily evacuated, mostly in the Chungcheong-do provinces and southern parts of Gyeonggi-do Province, where the rainfall has been at its heaviest. According to the Ministry of Education, over 400 schools have suspended classes due to heavy rain, with most closures concentrated in cities of Seosan, Dangjin, Asan, and Yesan, as well as Hongseong-gun County in Chungcheongnam-do Province, where every school in every district has closed. Facility damage has been reported at 166 schools, including leaking, flooding, and structural damage, though thankfully, no injuries have been reported. Authorities are urging residents in low-lying areas and landslide-prone regions, especially across the Chungcheong-do and Jeolla-do provinces, to remain on high alert. And Ye-young, which areas are bearing the brunt of the downpour as we speak? That's right. The heaviest rainfall overnight was concentrated in Chungcheongnam-do Province, particularly Seosan City and Hongseong-gun County. In Seosan, over 110 millimeters of rain fell in just one hour, which is the highest on record there for July. By 5 AM, total rainfall in Seosan reached 339 millimeters, and that figure rose to over 420 when including yesterday's totals. In Gongju City, about 40 residents were urgently evacuated after parts of their village were submerged. Additionally, Gwangju City and surrounding parts of Jeollanam-do Province are also now under expanded heavy rain alerts, with a flood warning being issued for Yongsan Bridge in Gwangju. In Seoul, a flood advisory was issued for the Dorimcheon River near Shindaebang Station, and access to several streams is under control due to concerns of overflow. Traffic is also being controlled around low-lying areas, and authorities are monitoring major bridges and underpasses. Train services have been affected as well. Korea Railroad suspended general train operations on parts of several lines around 6 AM due to heavy rain. Do tell us a bit about the measures taken by the government in response to the rampant rain. The Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters held an emergency meeting earlier on Thursday and issued a Level 3 response, the most severe stage, later in the day. The flood and storm disaster alert had been raised to "Serious" level. Emergency personnel are on high alert, with disaster situation rooms in full operation. Fire departments are increasing their 119 call center capacities, and authorities are jointly managing real-time updates across agencies. A landslide warning has also been raised to the second-highest level in major southern cities, including Gwangju, Daegu, and Busan, with the risk now categorized as "serious" in parts of Daejeon, Sejong, and the Chungcheong-do provinces. Interior Ministry officials have said the top priority is minimizing casualties, as up to 300 millimeters more could fall in the coming days. That's all I have for now. Back to you, Sunny. All right Ye-young, thank you for that coverage. And do keep us posted.

[Weather] Lots of rain is expected across the country

2025/07/17 19:41

Heavy rain warnings are being expanded and strengthened as it has been raining all over the country. Heavy rain warnings are in effect in the Chungcheong-do, Jeollanam-do and Gyeongsangnam-do provinces. Heavy rain advisories have been issued in most parts of the country. The amount of rainfall expected today is 150 millimeters or more in southern Gyeonggi-do Province, Chungcheongnam-do Province, Daejeon and Sejong, and western Jeollabuk-do Province, up to 120 or more in inland areas of Gangwon-do and Chungcheongbuk-do provinces, and 30 to 100 millimeters in the Seoul metropolitan area. You need to be thoroughly prepared for torrential rain until Saturday. Tomorrow morning, Seoul will start off at 24 degrees Celsius, Jeju at 26 degrees. Daily highs will move up to 28 to 30 degrees all over the country. A lot of rain is expected by the end of the week. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

Man killed by collapsing wall as extreme rain pounds South Korea

2025/07/17 13:40

Just days after enduring an intense heat wave, South Korea is now dealing with extremely heavy rain. Overnight, parts of the central region were hit with more than 300 millimeters of rain, with one man killed during the rain in Gyeonggi-do Province. Park Hyo-been has the latest. A man in his 40s was killed on Wednesday evening after a wall collapsed and crushed his vehicle amid heavy rain across South Korea. The 10-meter retaining wall gave way in Osan City, Gyeonggi-do Province, burying two passing vehicles under tons of debris. Passengers in one car managed to escape, but the driver of a second car was buried under 180 tons of concrete and soil. "The vehicle was completely crushed under the structure. It was too heavy to lift, so we had to dismantle it piece by piece." Authorities suspect heavy downpours in the area contributed to the collapse. Rain began to intensify across central South Korea on Wednesday afternoon. Chungcheongnam-do Province suffered some of the heaviest damage. In Seosan City, over 110 millimeters of rain fell in just one hour at around 2 AM on Thursday. Over 400 millimeters of rain drenched the city between Wednesday and early Thursday, the most in the country. As rivers swelled in Chungcheongnam-do Province, the Galsancheon and Dangjincheon streams overflowed, raising flood concerns. 120 residents of Buyeo and Seocheon, areas at risk of flooding and landslides, were evacuated to nearby community centers and elementary schools. The Chungcheongnam-do Province fire headquarters also received more than 300 calls regarding issues with drainage overnight. Train services were affected as well. Korea Railroad suspended general train operations on parts of the Gyeongbu, Janghang, and Seohae lines around 6 AM due to heavy rain. The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts an additional 50 to 150 millimeters of rain in Daejeon, Sejong, and Chungcheongnam-do Province, with some areas expecting over 180 millimeters on Thursday. Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and lightning is expected across most regions through this Saturday. Officials are urging residents to take precautions against potential flooding. Park Hyobeen, Arirang News.

Downpours across the nation today, especially central regions

2025/07/17 13:39

Widespread heavy rain has been lashing down on the country. Especially in the central regions, we are seeing intense downpours of up to 80 millimeters an hour. Chungcheong-do provinces are getting the most of the rainfall The Seosan area has already seen over 400 millimeters of rain; the rest of Chungcheong-do saw 2 to 300 millimeters of showers so far, with heavy rain alerts in place for most of the central regions. A strong wind advisory is also in effect along the west coast. Concerns are on the rise as southern Gyeonggi-do and Chungcheong-do provinces could see up to 180 millimeters, and west of Jeolla-do could get over 150 millimeters. Meanwhile, heavy rain will continue mainly in southern regions tomorrow and into Saturday. And this afternoon Seoul will see rain tapering off with a high of 28 degrees, Gwangju at 29 degrees. We're expecting localized heavy downpours for the next two days. This can cause rivers and streams to swell suddenly, so please, when rain starts to come down hard, move to a safe location right away. Safety should be a priority.

Iceland volcano erupts for 12th time since 2021

2025/07/17 13:38

In Iceland, a volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula, in the southwest of the country, erupted in the early hours of Wednesday. This marks the 12th eruption in the region since 2021. Lava fountains burst along a fissure up to a kilometer long, sending thick gray smoke and orange lava into the sky. Authorities evacuated the nearby town of Grindavik , home to approximately 4,000 people, and cleared the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. Roads around the eruption zone have been closed, but flights have not been affected. While Reykjanes has been particularly active since 2021, the officials described the recent eruption as "relatively small."

[Weather] Heavy rain expected around the country

2025/07/16 22:42

You need to be careful of the heavy rain today. In particular, there is a lot of rain in the western parts of the country. Even strong water bombs of 50 millimeters per hour are expected. Currently, heavy rain advisories are in place around the Seoul metropolitan area and the Chungcheong-do provinces. Up to 200 millimeters of heavy rain is expected in southern Gyeonggi-do Province and Chungcheongnam-do Province by tomorrow, and 150 millimeters or more in central inland areas, southern Gangwon-do and western Jeollabuk-do Provinces. Other central areas and the Jeolla-do provinces will also receive up to 100 to 150 millimeters of heavy rain by tomorrow. Tomorrow, most areas will start off at around 24 to 25 degrees Celsius. Highs will move up to 29 degrees in Seoul and Daejeon, 32 degrees in Gyeongju and Jeju. This rain will continue across the country until Saturday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Heavy rain until tomorrow across the country

2025/07/16 19:41

It has been raining all over the country today. In particular, this rain will be concentrated in the central areas and the Jeolla-do provinces. A heavy rain advisory has already been issued in the Seoul metropolitan area and the Chungcheong-do provinces. Heavy rain of up to 200 millimeters is expected in southern Gyeonggi-do Province and Chungcheongnam-do Province by tomorrow, and 150 millimeters or more in central inland areas, southern Gangwon-do and western Jeollabuk-do Provinces. Other central areas and the Jeolla-do provinces will also receive up to 100 to 150 millimeters of heavy rain by tomorrow. Tomorrow most areas will start off at around 24 to 25 degrees Celsius. Highs will move up to 29 degrees in Seoul and Daejeon, 30 degrees in Gwangju and Busan. This rain across the country will last until Saturday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Downpours and strong winds on the way

2025/07/16 13:40

We need to get ready for another round of rain. Rain clouds are rolling in from the West Coast, bringing scattered showers. Especially from this afternoon, central regions and Jeollabuk-do Province could see some really heavy downpours of 30 to 50 millimeters per hour! Through tomorrow, southern Gyeonggi-do, and Chungcheong-do provinces could see up to 200 millimeters of significant rainfall, the capital area and Jeollabuk-do might get up to 150 millimeters. Strong winds expected along with the rain, so please be careful out there! Afternoon highs will be similar to yesterday, Seoul and Daejeon will be 26 degrees, Gwangju and Daegu at 27 degrees. There's a high chance of heavy rain for the southern regions and Jeju this Friday and Saturday. Meanwhile, if you're taking an early summer vacation near the coast, be aware that waves on the East and West Seas will be quite high. Be cautious near the water.

Two dead after flash flooding in New Jersey and New York City

2025/07/16 13:39

In the United States, severe storms led to record-breaking rain in the New York City metropolitan area on Monday, killing two people in New Jersey and prompting the declaration of a state of emergency. New Jersey saw more than 15 centimeters of rain in a matter of hours, and New York City saw its second-ever highest hourly rainfall in over 80 years. New York's aging sewer system was quickly overwhelmed, flooding subway stations across Manhattan and halting multiple train lines, while air travel experienced widespread delays. As of Tuesday morning, several major roads in New Jersey were closed due to flooding, and both New York City and New Jersey experienced subway delays.

[Weather] Heavy rain forecast over western regions tomorrow

2025/07/15 22:40

With the whole country cloudy today, it has been raining occasionally. Between tomorrow and Thursday, there will be strong and heavy rain around the western regions. It will pour as much as 200 millimeters over the southern parts of Gyeonggi-do Province and the west coast of Chungcheongnam-do Province for two days, and there will be 150 millimeters over the inland areas of central and southern Gangwon-do Province and Chungcheongbuk-do Province. The heat wave will slow down due to rain. The daytime temperature stayed at 28 degrees Celsius in Seoul today and it will stay at below 30 degrees in most areas for a while. Tomorrow morning will start at under 25 degrees all over the country. Highs will move up to 28 degrees in Seoul, Gwangju, Daegu and Busan, 27 degrees in Chuncheon and Daejeon. Summer heat will stay cooler with rain on and off until Saturday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Heat slows down with rain falling everywhere

2025/07/15 20:15

The rain will stop for a while tonight, and then it will make a return all over the country again tomorrow morning. In particular, tomorrow's rain will be strong mainly in the western regions. There will be as much as 200 millimeters of heavy rain in southern Gyeonggi-do Province and the west coast of Chungcheongnam-do Province, and 150 millimeters of heavy rain in inland areas of Gangwon-do, Chungcheongbuk-do, and northwestern parts of Jeollabuk-do Provinces. With rain falling, the heat slowed down today. The daytime temperature stayed at 28 degrees Celsius in Seoul and it will stay at below 30 degrees in most areas for a while. Tomorrow morning will start at under 25 degrees all over the country. Highs will move up to 28 degrees in Seoul, Gwangju, Daegu and Busan, 31 degrees in Gyeongju and Jeju. Summer heat will stay cooler with rain on and off until Saturday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Short-form] Conquering Summer, Korean Style

2025/07/15 17:34

It’s only July, but the heat is already blazing! Thinking of getting an ice cream? Think again—there’s a hotter way to cool down and restore your energy.

Rain continues today with cooler temperatures

2025/07/15 11:44

Rain clouds are moving across the nation, and while heavy rain alerts for the East Coast have been lifted, the rain will continue on and off until tonight. Eastern parts of Korea could see heavier rainfall of up to 60 millimeters. Western regions, including the capital, and Chungcheong-do will see 10 to 40 millimeters. After rain takes a short break tonight, starting tomorrow, heavy rain is expected for the western regions, and it will continue into the weekend. With frequent rain expected this week, we won't experience the intense heat we saw last week. Seoul, Daegu, and Busan get up to 28 degrees, Gwangju at 29 degrees. Strong winds will continue nationwide. Rainy and cooler temperatures to dominate the rest of the week, then starting Sunday, temperatures will begin to rise again, reaching heatwave alert levels next week. But beware of windy and rainy weather this week, and stay safe and aware of your surroundings.

[Weather] Rain will fall across the country until tomorrow, heat slows down

2025/07/14 22:37

Rain will gradually fall around the whole country. It will rain more than 100 millimeters in eastern parts of Gangwon-do Province by tomorrow. Up to 50 millimeters of rain is expected in the Seoul metropolitan area, Chungcheongnam-do Province and the Jeolla-do provinces, and 5 to 40 millimeters in the Gyeongsang-do provinces. With rain clouds, the heat wave has cooled down nationwide. The daytime temperature in Seoul only topped out at 29 degrees Celsius and 31 degrees in Daegu. Temperatures will stay under 30 degrees even during the day across the country tomorrow. Tomorrow morning, Seoul, Chuncheon, Gwangju and Daegu will start off at 22 degrees, Jeju at 24 degrees. Daily highs will move up to 27 degrees in Daejeon, 28 degrees in Gwangju and Busan. This rain will stop tomorrow afternoon and come back again around the country on Wednesday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

[Weather] Rain across the country until tomorrow, heat slows down

2025/07/14 19:45

Rain clouds will gradually cover the whole country. This rain is concentrated in the central and northern areas of eastern parts of Gangwon-do Province, which will get more than 100 millimeters by tomorrow. Other areas are expected to receive between 5 millimeters and 60 millimeters of rain. With rain everywhere, the heat wave has cooled down. The daytime temperature in Seoul only topped out at 29 degrees Celsius and 31 degrees in Daegu. Temperatures will stay under 30 degrees even during the day across the country tomorrow. Tomorrow morning, Seoul, Chuncheon, Gwangju and Daegu will start off at 22 degrees, Busan at 23 degrees. Daily highs will move up to 27 degrees in Daejeon, 28 degrees in Gwangju and Busan. The rain will stop for a while tomorrow afternoon and fall again across the country on Wednesday. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.

Rain expands nationwide, heatwave recedes

2025/07/14 11:40

Grab your umbrella on your way out. Rain that's falling in eastern regions will expand nationwide, reaching the capital area and Chungcheong-do provinces as early as this morning. This round of rain should taper off by tomorrow evening. A preliminary rain advisory is in effect for east of Gangwon-do Province where intense downpours of around 50 millimeters per hour could lash down from this afternoon with up to 120 millimeters expected through tomorrow. A strong wind advisory could also be issued for the east coast. On a positive note, the heatwave alerts have all been lifted thanks to this rain! Temperatures will be as much as 9 degrees cooler than Sunday. Seoul and Daejeon get up to 28 degrees, Daegu at 31 degrees. This rain is truly a welcome sight, as the prolonged heat and sunny skies have caused severe damage to agricultural crops as well. This week, we'll see frequent rain, though temperatures will still hover around 30 degrees Celsius. Keep an umbrella handy!

Fire triggers evacuations near Grand Canyon

2025/07/14 11:39

In the United States, a fast-moving wildfire near the Grand Canyon's North Rim has forced a full evacuation and destroyed key infrastructure. Park authorities said Sunday that the Grand Canyon Lodge, the only lodging inside the park at the North Rim, had been destroyed by the flames, and evacuation orders were issued. The blaze, dubbed the Dragon Bravo Fire, rapidly grew to more than 20 square kilometers, consuming the historic Grand Canyon Lodge, visitor center, administrative offices, and a wastewater treatment plant. Park authorities evacuated all staff and approximately 500 visitors from the North Rim, which opens seasonally. The wastewater plant fire triggered a chlorine gas leak, leading officials to restrict access to inner canyon trails until air quality is verified. Nearby crews are also battling the White Sage Fire, which has burned over 40,000 acres north of the park.

[Weather] Seoul takes a break from the tropical nights, heat wave continues during the day

2025/07/11 23:42

Seoul broke out of the tropical nights for the first time in 12 days this morning, falling to 24.6 degrees Celsius. However, there are still many places in the west of the country where tropical nights appeared. For the time being, tropical nights will continue around the country. The western parts of the country have been experiencing a severe heat wave throughout the week. With heat wave warnings in place, the daytime temperature soared to 36 degrees in Seoul today. The east coast areas took a break from the heat today. Tomorrow, this heat wave will appear mainly in the western areas. Morning will start warm tomorrow at 20 to 25 degrees all over the country. Highs will move up to 36 degrees in Seoul, 30 degrees in Gyeongju, Busan and Jeju. Rain is expected only on Jeju Island during this weekend. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.