At least 14 dead in South Korea after heavy rains trigger landslide, floods
Summary
In South Korea, heavy rains have caused 14 deaths and 12 people are missing due to floods and landslides. Most of the damage and deaths have occurred in southern areas where record rainfall has been recorded.Key Facts
- 14 people have died due to heavy rain in South Korea.
- 12 people are currently missing.
- A landslide and floods in Gapyeong resulted in two deaths and four missing people.
- The southern county of Sancheong experienced nearly 800mm (31.5 inches) of rain, contributing to eight deaths.
- Heavy rainfall led to around 1,920 cases of damage to roads and public facilities.
- Around 2,234 cases of damage to private property were reported.
- Over 12,921 people have needed to seek shelter in 14 major cities and provinces.
- South Korea typically experiences monsoon rains in July but saw unusually heavy and intense rainfall this week.
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