Lee calls for swift measures to minimize damage from heavy rains
President Lee Jae Myung on Monday called for swift measures to minimize damage from torrential rains that battered the country's southern region. Lee made the call as heavy downpours pounded South Gyeongsang Province, including Geoje, throughout the weekend, triggering a landslide that killed one resident. "I am concerned about the damage from heavy rains in Geoje and other southern regions," he…
President Lee Jae Myung addressed the nation on Monday following torrential rains that swept across South Gyeongsang Province, including Geoje. The downpours triggered a landslide that claimed the life of a local resident. The president expressed deep concern over the damage inflicted by the heavy rains in Geoje and other southern regions.
In a post on X, Lee urged local authorities and relevant ministries to take swift action and mobilize all necessary resources to mitigate the damage. He conveyed condolences to the family of the resident who lost their life, emphasizing that preventing further harm should be the top priority. Lee also urged authorities to take preemptive action against potential risks, warning that even after the rain subsides, elevated river levels could exacerbate the damage.
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