As large forest fires have broken out across the country, particularly in Gyeongsangnam-do and Gyeongsangbuk-do, strong winds are expected to develop amid dry weather starting tomorrow (24th). Additionally, with no significant rain in the forecast until the 26th, difficulties in extinguishing the fires are anticipated.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration on the 23rd, temperatures will remain higher than usual and dry weather will continue until Wednesday, the 26th. Beginning on the 24th, strong winds are also predicted across the nation. Wind gusts of around 55 km/h are expected in most areas, with some mountainous regions anticipating winds exceeding 70 km/h.
A representative from the Korea Meteorological Administration noted, "When engaging in outdoor activities, please manage embers from cigarette butts and refrain from using fire as much as possible," and requested, "Please check in advance to ensure that signs and banners do not fall due to strong winds."
Currently, a dry warning has been issued for the eastern coast of Gyeongbuk and Daegu, as well as inland areas. Additionally, a dry advisory is in effect for other parts of Gyeongbuk and northern Gyeongnam, southeastern areas such as the eastern coast of Gangwon, northern Jeju, and Ulleungdo and Dokdo. A dry warning is issued when the effective humidity is expected to remain below 25% (35% for advisory) for more than two days. The National Institute of Forest Science explains that when the effective humidity falls below 40%, the ignition rate becomes 25 times higher compared to early summer weather.
There is a forecast for some rain in certain areas on the 24th; however, only a small amount of rain is expected in regions unaffected by the forest fires. Nationwide, rain is anticipated on the 27th.