Jeonbuk province issues heavy rain warnings as up to 200mm of precipitation expected

Jeonbuk province is bracing for significant rainfall, with heavy rain warnings issued across the region. The Korea Meteorological Administration forecasts up to 200mm of rain by late afternoon on July 9, with 80-150mm expected in most areas. This has prompted provincial authorities to activate emergency response measures.

The Jeonbuk Provincial Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters initiated emergency level 1 at 2 a.m. on July 9 to prepare for the downpour. Despite the severe weather conditions, no casualties or significant property damage have been reported as of 9 a.m. that morning. However, emergency services have responded to 41 safety-related calls, including 32 instances of fallen trees and 5 reports of road drainage issues.

To mitigate potential damage, the provincial government has implemented preemptive measures. Thirty-nine riverside walking paths, 88 campsites, 8 riverside parking lots, and 140 park trails have been completely closed. Additionally, operations at 8 beaches and 6 ferry routes have been suspended, with riverside roads and submersible bridges being progressively restricted.

A total of 2,261 personnel, including public officials, firefighters, police, and military personnel, have been mobilized for emergency duty. The province is intensifying patrols in areas prone to landslides and flooding, and is urging residents through disaster alerts and village broadcasts to avoid dangerous areas and adhere to safety guidelines. Officials stated they will continue to monitor the situation and maintain emergency response and recovery systems to prevent secondary damage.

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As the rain is expected to continue until late afternoon, we will continuously monitor for damage, strengthen patrols in disaster-prone areas, and maintain our emergency recovery system to prevent secondary damage.