Heavy Rain in South Korea Leaves 22 Dead and 14 Missing: Report
SEOUL, July 16 (Xinhua) — In a grim update, South Korea’s Central Disaster Response and Security Headquarters revealed that the recent heavy rainfall in the country has tragically claimed the lives of at least 22 individuals, with another 14 people currently missing, as reported by South Korea’s Yonhap news agency.
The devastating human toll has been particularly profound in the southeastern province of North Gyeongsang and the central province of Chungcheong, where 22 fatalities were reported. The whereabouts and well-being of the remaining 14 missing individuals from North Gyeongsang Province and other regions remain unknown, intensifying concerns for their safety.
The scenes of devastation caused by the torrential rain are heart-wrenching. One such image encapsulates the despair felt by a farmer, inspecting his flooded greenhouse in Wanju County, North Jeolla Province.
As the rescue efforts continue, there is an air of urgency and apprehension as authorities fear the death toll may further escalate. The investigation has already revealed the shocking sight of 19 submerged cars in the central area of Oson, adding to the gravity of the situation.
Furthermore, approximately 4,763 homes have been evacuated as a result of the heavy downpour, while the destruction extends to vital public infrastructure. A total of 59 public facilities have incurred damage, witnessing the collapse of road surfaces along with mudslides, floods, and the obliteration of side paths. Personal assets such as houses, fishing boats, and walls have also succumbed to the wrath of nature, deeply exacerbating the plight of the affected individuals.
SEOUL, July 16 (Xinhua) — South Korea’s Central Disaster Response and Security Headquarters reported on Saturday, South Korea’s Yonhap news agency reported. Heavy rain in South Korea has left at least 22 dead and 14 missing.
Headquarters said 22 people had died in the southeastern province of North Gyeongsang and the central province of Chungcheong. The other 14 people who are missing are in North Gyeongsang Province and other regions. The fate of life is unknown.
A farmer inspects a flooded greenhouse in Wanju County. North Jeolla Province, South Korea, July 15, 2023.
Authorities are concerned that the number of deaths will rise further. During the investigation, 19 cars were submerged in the central area of Oson.
About 4,763 homes were evacuated due to heavy rain. 59 public facilities were damaged, such as collapsing road surfaces. road damaged Mudslides, floods and side paths destroyed. Although personal facilities that were damaged included houses, fishing boats and walls, among others.
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