Lotte Distribution Group Provides Emergency Relief Supplies to Pohang City Affected by Typhoon Hinnamnor

Emergency Support of Cup Noodles, Bottled Water, and Daily Necessities in Typhoon-Hit Pohang
Disaster Relief Activities Linked with Ministry of the Interior and Safety and Disaster Relief Association Since 2018

Lotte Distribution Group employees are transporting emergency relief supplies (file photo).

[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] Lotte Distribution Group is stepping up to help residents affected by typhoon damage.

On the 7th, Lotte Distribution Group announced that it will provide emergency relief supplies to disaster victims in Pohang City, which suffered severe damage from Typhoon Hinnamnor, the 11th typhoon of the season. The emergency relief supplies include 4,200 servings of bottled water, ion drinks, cup noodles, and snacks.

Pohang experienced damage such as river flooding and landslides due to strong winds and heavy rain caused by the typhoon. Lotte Distribution Group stated that it decided to provide these emergency relief supplies to support the recovery of the disaster victims.

Composed of Lotte’s distribution business units and affiliates such as Lotte Department Store, Lotte Mart, Lotte Home Shopping, and 7-Eleven, Lotte Distribution Group has been conducting support activities since 2018 through a 'Disaster Emergency Relief Public-Private Cooperation Agreement' with the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association.

In August, they also provided emergency relief supplies and relief kits, including bottled water, beverages, and cup noodles, to areas affected by record-breaking heavy rain in 80 years.

Lee Seon-dae, Head of Public Relations at Lotte Distribution Group HQ, said, "We plan to carry out various support activities so that those affected by the unprecedented Typhoon Hinnamnor can return to their daily lives."

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