First Fine Dust Emergency Reduction Measure Issued in Second Half of Year... Relief Starting Tomorrow

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[Asia Economy Reporter Oh Hyung-gil] On the 21st, most regions nationwide recorded fine dust levels of 'Bad' or higher, prompting the first emergency reduction measures of the second half of the year.

The National Institute of Environmental Research's Air Quality Integrated Forecast Center forecasted that fine dust levels would be 'Very Bad' in the Seoul metropolitan area, and 'Bad' in Gangwon Yeongseo, Chungcheong region, Gwangju, Jeonbuk, Daegu, Ulsan, and Gyeongbuk.

The National Institute of Environmental Research explained, "Fine dust from the previous day remains in most areas, and due to stagnant air and airflow convergence, domestically generated fine dust accumulates, resulting in high concentrations."

Accordingly, the Ministry of Environment issued a fine dust (PM2.5) crisis alert at the 'Interest' level and emergency reduction measures in five provinces and cities: Seoul, Incheon, Gyeonggi, Chungnam, and Chungbuk.

This is the first time emergency fine dust reduction measures have been issued in the second half of this year.

Fine dust is expected to gradually clear as rain falls nationwide from tonight and strong winds blow.

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