North Korea Also Hit by 'Water Bomb'... Strong Winds and Tsunami Warnings Issued

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Onyu] Due to the influence of the monsoon front, a 'water bomb' also poured down in North Korea. Concerns about flood damage are growing in areas such as coal mines and the Taedong River.

Korean Central Broadcasting reported on the 25th, "From yesterday until 5 a.m. today, 150 millimeters (mm) of heavy rain fell in Goseong."

Heavy rain and strong wind warnings were issued for some areas in Gangwon Province, and a tsunami warning was also issued for the seas off Hamgyongnam-do and Gangwon-do.

The broadcast stated, "In Kumya County, Hamnam, and the coast of Gangwon Province, high waves and tsunamis may overlap, causing flooding in some areas," and urged, "Thorough safety measures must be established to prevent damage caused by heavy rain, heavy downpours, and strong winds in all sectors of the people's economy."

As the rainy weather continues day after day, preparations are underway to prevent flood damage in coal mining areas. The broadcast reported, "Coal mines across various regions are vigorously pushing forward projects to prevent flood and wind damage during the monsoon season and to normalize production," mentioning that drainage systems inside the mines are being maintained and reinforced, and retaining walls are being repaired. It also stated that pumps have been intensively deployed to prevent flooding at the mine faces.

Coal mines are industrial sites vulnerable to flood damage due to the high risk of collapse and coal loss in case of flooding.

In the Taedong River basin, preparations are also being made to closely guard against floods. The external propaganda media Meori stated, "The flood command office of the Taedong River is responsibly planning and implementing projects for flood management in the Taedong River basin during the monsoon season," adding, "At the lock gate office, the sluice gate hoisting equipment and structures, powerboats, distribution panels, and power supply status have been understood, inspected, and repaired thoroughly, ensuring full readiness to operate at any time."

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