Heavy rain advisory issued as monsoon front arrives in Seoul

Barricades are set up blocking Cheonggyecheon Stream which runs through the heart of downtown Seoul to prevent flooding on June 20 2025 Yonhap — Access to Cheonggye Stream in downtown Seoul is blocked due to heavy rain on June 20, 2025. Yonhap

SEOUL, June 20 (AJP) - A heavy rain advisory was issued for the Seoul metropolitan area and parts of Gangwon Province, as this summer's monsoon front brought downpours of up to 30 mm per hour.

As the seasonal monsoon rain swept through the capital region, the Seoul Metropolitan Government ramped up efforts to prevent flooding and damage, implementing preemptive measures in flood-prone and low-lying areas.

The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) predicted up to 100 mm of rainfall across the country until Saturday, with thunderstorms and strong wind gusts expected in some areas.

The KMA warned the public to stay updated on weather alerts and remain cautious, especially those in areas with weakened slopes, riverbanks, and steep terrain, where heavy rains could cause landslides and flooding.

Im Yoon-seo lyseo0330@ajupress.com

Heavy rain advisory issued as monsoon front arrives in Seoul

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