Gangwon-do Activates 'Disaster Safety Countermeasures Headquarters Level 1' for Heavy Snow Response

5~10cm Snow Expected in Gangwon Inland and Mountain Areas

Road Snow Removal Work [Gangwon-do]

[Asia Economy Reporter Ra Young-cheol] Gangwon Province has activated the 'Disaster Safety Countermeasures Headquarters Level 1' in response to heavy snowfall.

Gangwon Province announced on the 21st that "since snow is expected to begin from early morning (03:00?06:00) with 5?10cm of snowfall anticipated in the inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon, the Disaster Safety Countermeasures Headquarters Level 1 will be proactively activated from 6 PM on the 20th."

According to the Disaster Safety Countermeasures Headquarters, as of 6 PM on the 20th, a preliminary advisory has been issued, and a special weather advisory is expected to be in effect between 3 AM and 6 AM on the 21st for 12 cities and counties in Gangwon, excluding the Yeongdong region, as well as the central, northern, and southern mountainous areas of Gangwon.

The expected snowfall in the inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon is 5?10cm (precipitation 5?10mm).

Gangwon is under the influence of a trough, resulting in mostly cloudy conditions. Snow will begin in the Yeongseo region from early morning (03:00?06:00), but temperatures will rise somewhat in the afternoon, causing rain or snow, which is expected to mostly cease by evening (18:00?21:00).

The province plans to strengthen patrols in areas prone to icing and pre-apply de-icing agents on city roads to ensure traffic safety during the morning commute. Additionally, it will guide residents to respond to the heavy snowfall by sending village broadcasts, disaster text messages on electronic signboards, and disaster safety alerts by region.

Furthermore, to prepare for pipe bursts caused by the cold wave following the snowfall, an emergency support team for civil complaints will be operated, and safety management for vulnerable groups to cold waves will be strengthened through visits or phone calls.

Kim Jin-tae, Governor of Gangwon Province, urged, "Since heavy snow is expected during commuting hours, residents are advised to refrain from going out and driving as much as possible. If unavoidable, please use public transportation and familiarize yourselves with and follow the national action guidelines to prevent damage."

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