The strongest snowfall in South Korea in 117 years.

The strongest snowfall in the last 117 years in Seoul and surrounding areas

In the capital of South Korea - Seoul, and surrounding regions, the strongest snowfall in the last 117 years occurred in November. This was reported by Yonhap.

It is noted that 18 cm of snow fell in Seoul, exceeding the previous record of 12.4 cm set in 1972.

The city of Incheon recorded 14.8 cm, while Suwon saw 21 cm of snow, which became the highest figures in the history of November observations.

According to the publication, three people were injured in Seoul due to the collapse of a snow fence at a construction site. One of them sustained serious injuries. Also, in Gangwon province, one person died, and nine others were injured as a result of accidents caused by difficult weather conditions.

More than 170 households in the Seonbuk area were left without power due to falling trees on power lines. Dozens of homes in the Anpyeong area were also left without electricity.

Transport collapse and other consequences of the snowfall

In addition, there was a transport collapse in the region. In particular, 150 flights were canceled, including 71 flights at Incheon International Airport. The operation of 89 passenger ferries was also suspended, and access to 7 national parks was restricted.

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