Seongdong-gu Office "Sudden Rise in Jungnangcheon and Cheonggyecheon Water Levels... Access Restricted"

"Nearby residents are advised to evacuate outside the river"

On the morning of the 11th, as rain poured over most parts of the country, the Seongdong District Office in Seoul restricted access to three rivers, including the Jungnangcheon.

The Seongdong District Office stated, "Due to the rapid rise in the water level of Jungnangcheon, access to Jungnangcheon, Jeonnongcheon, and Cheonggyecheon is completely restricted," and added, "Nearby residents are urged to evacuate quickly from the river areas."

On the morning of the 9th, when a sudden shower fell at Gwanghwamun Square in Jongno-gu, Seoul, citizens were walking with umbrellas. [Image source=Yonhap News]

According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, heavy rain of 50 to 120 mm is expected throughout the morning and afternoon in the central region. As the water levels of the rivers rise accordingly, the city appears to have taken control measures.

On the 9th, when a heavy rain advisory was issued for most areas, Seoul also restricted access to 13 rivers including Cheonggyecheon, Dorimcheon, and Uicheon. Additionally, 11 rainwater pumping stations in locations such as Banpo in Seocho District and Mangwon 1-dong in Mapo District are currently operating.

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