SK Telecom employees are providing free smartphone charging services at the multipurpose welfare center shelter in Daesong-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang City. Photo by SKT

SK Telecom employees are providing free smartphone charging services at the multipurpose welfare center shelter in Daesong-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang City. Photo by SKT

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[Asia Economy Reporter Oh Su-yeon] SK Telecom announced on the 6th that it has launched public support activities targeting areas directly affected by Typhoon 'Hinnamno.'


Currently, about 170 residents who suffered flood damage due to heavy rain are staying at the multipurpose welfare center shelter in Daesong-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang City.


SKT and SK Broadband are providing free smartphone charging service booths, Internet TV (IPTV), and Wi-Fi facilities at the Daesong-myeon shelter. Mobile AS vehicles offer free device inspections and screen protector replacements.


Relief supplies consisting of towels, toiletries, masks, tissues, gloves, and emergency medicines were delivered to residents using the shelter, and additional support measures will be prepared according to the local damage situation.



SKT has established a hotline system with disaster response headquarters in areas nationwide affected by heavy rain and strong winds, and has pre-positioned vehicles for charging services and mobile AS, as well as emergency relief supplies.


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