As record-breaking rainfall continues like a water bomb, celebrities are also expressing their sorrow by directly sharing the damage caused by the heavy rainfall.
First, actor Lee Dong-gun stirred up attention by opening a café he runs in Aewol-eup, Jeju, in April. From the moment it opened, it received a warm response, and the sight of him personally brewing coffee spread through social media, establishing it as a "hot spot in Jeju." However, it seems that this café has also suffered considerable damage due to the recent rainfall.
On the café's official account, stories sharing videos posted by customers were continuously uploaded two days ago on the 18th. The videos captured the scene of rainwater seeping into the interior due to the pouring rain, and one visitor couldn't hide their surprise, asking, "Is this real?" Another guest shared a video showing the trees around the café shaking violently with the phrase "real-time Jeju," adding to the concern.
Additionally, there are others who have suffered disaster damage. Actor Seo Hyo-rim reported her urgent situation on her personal SNS on the 20th, stating, "The phone is only now starting to connect a bit, and the roads are washed away, isolating us." She continued, "The electricity is out, and there is no water... There has been considerable damage in other nearby towns, but fortunately, there are no casualties in our village."
The photos Seo Hyo-rim shared also included views of roads collapsed due to mudslides and precarious scenes of cars colliding with dwellings due to the heavy rain, raising concerns among viewers. In particular, her statement, "This is the first time I've experienced such a terrifying mudslide. I hope there are no more damages," reflected her fear and urgency.
Seo Hyo-rim is married to Jeong Myung-ho, the son of the late Kim Soo-mi, and has a daughter. She has publicly shared that she farms and relaxes every weekend at a villa located in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province through broadcasts. Currently, she resides in Seoul, but it seems she was isolated while staying at the villa during the heavy rainfall.
Internet users who learned about their current situations have expressed their concerns and support, saying things like, "I hope the recovery happens soon," "It seems the damage in Jeju and Gapyeong is really significant... celebrities are not exempt either," and "I'm glad they're safe."
As heavy rainfall continues, leading to emergency situations nationwide, the reports of damage affecting celebrities underscore how extensive and serious this monsoon is.
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