Heavy rainfall and flooding cause three fatalities and evacuation of structures in the expansive Seoul metropolitan area
Heavy rains that hit the Gyeonggi Province in South Korea on August 13-14, 2025, have caused significant damage and casualties in Uijeongbu.
According to the latest reports, three fatalities were confirmed amid widespread flooding and evacuations in the area. Homes, businesses, and roads in Uijeongbu were flooded, with the government reporting 31 homes, 13 businesses, and 34 roads affected.
One case of soil erosion was also documented in the region. The Jungnang Stream overflowed due to the heavy rains, triggering emergency measures and landslide warnings issued by the Korea Forest Service for Uijeongbu and nearby areas.
The Gyeonggi provincial government raised its disaster response to Level 3, the highest alert level, as more heavy rain was forecast to continue. Train services linking Uijeongbu were suspended due to flooding on the tracks, and rescue operations were ongoing.
Authorities stressed caution due to ongoing threats of heavy showers and potential further flooding. Landslide warnings and evacuation orders were issued in the region, including Uijeongbu.
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The government is working on emergency measures due to the flood-induced landslide warnings in Uijeongbu, raised concerns about potential damage to both the local businesses and arts communities in the region. With the continuation of heavy rain forecasted, the weather conditions may adversely impact the nearby environment, necessitating increased governmental attention and support.
