PHOTOS: Civil defense drill

민방위훈련 — Traffic is halted on roads in central Seoul after an air raid warning was issued during a civil defense drill, Aug. 20. Yonhap

SEOUL, August 20 (AJP) - A 20-minute civil defense drill, simulating an enemy air raid, was conducted nationwide on Wednesday, with sirens blaring and text alerts sent to millions, as citizens were directed to seek shelter in designated spaces.

The drill, which began at 2 p.m., included a nationwide air raid warning that prompted a wailing siren and emergency broadcasts. In response, people across the country were instructed to move to nearby shelters and other underground areas.

Cho Bo-hee jobo@ajupress.com