South Korea's capital, Seoul, faced its heaviest November snowfall in over a century, with 20cm reported, causing widespread traffic issues, power outages, and canceled flights.
The Korea Meteorological Administration confirmed that this November’s snowfall was unprecedented, surpassing the previous record of 12.4cm set in 1972, with expectations for continued snow.
President Yoon Suk-yeol urged officials to take preventative measures against the potential damage and public inconvenience resulting from the severe weather conditions.
The storm's impact was felt nationwide with disruptions reported in central, eastern, and southwestern regions, resulting in significant travel delays and infrastructural challenges.
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