Typhoon 'Omais' Landfall Raises Concerns Over Quarantine and Vaccination Facilities, President Moon Urges "Thorough Inspection" (Comprehensive)

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Ji-eun] President Moon Jae-in urged thorough inspection and management to ensure that quarantine and vaccination-related facilities are not damaged in connection with the landfall of Typhoon No. 12 'Omais'.

On the 23rd, regarding the forecast that Typhoon Omais would make landfall on the Korean Peninsula that afternoon, the Blue House reported that President Moon requested special responses from related agencies and asked the public to exercise extra caution.

President Moon said, "As this is the period when vaccinations are in full swing, please carefully inspect and manage quarantine and vaccination-related facilities such as temporary screening clinics and vaccination centers to prevent damage and ensure that quarantine and vaccination proceed without disruption."

He also said, "Since this is the first typhoon of the year, please be especially vigilant and prepare for flood damage and landslides," and instructed, "Related agencies should firmly maintain the emergency response system centered on the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters and make every effort to minimize damage."

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