Jeju Coast Guard Issues 'Caution' Warning as Typhoon 'Maysak' Approaches North

-Strict Request for Thorough Prevention of Coastal Safety Accidents Due to Typhoon

As of 10:00 AM on August 31, 2020, the location of Typhoon 'Maysak'. Source: Korea Meteorological Administration

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Hwang Jeongpil] Jeju Regional Coast Guard Agency (Chief Kim Seongjong) will upgrade the coastal safety accident risk forecast from the "Interest" stage to the "Advisory" stage starting from the 31st until the weather warning is lifted.

This measure is in response to the northward approach of Typhoon No. 9 "Maysak," and activities to prevent accidents in coastal waters will also be strengthened.

The Coast Guard implements the coastal safety accident risk forecast system to inform the public in advance of the risk when safety accidents are repeatedly or continuously likely to occur or occur due to weather deterioration or natural disasters during specific periods, thereby preventing safety accidents.

During the risk forecast period, Jeju Coast Guard plans to make every effort to prevent maritime accidents by strengthening patrol activities centered on 102 locations including ports, harbors, and danger zones in the jurisdiction, as well as promoting through outdoor electronic signboards at affiliated stations and branch offices and the website.

A Jeju Coast Guard official urged, "Since Typhoon No. 9 'Maysak' is expected to have a path and intensity similar to Typhoon 'Maemi' in 2003, which caused significant damage to Jeju Island, we ask the public to thoroughly prepare for the typhoon by frequently checking weather information and adhering to safety rules to minimize damage."

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