The Ministry of the Interior and Safety said on the 8th that, with heavy snow forecast for most regions nationwide from the 9th to the 12th, it held a countermeasure meeting of related agencies presided over by Disaster Safety Management Office Chief Kim Gwang-yong and checked preparedness by agency.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, snow will begin in eastern Gyeonggi and Gangwon on the night of the 9th, with heavy and significant snowfall expected on the 10th mainly in the central inland areas (eastern Gyeonggi and inland/mountainous Gangwon).
After that, on the 11th, very heavy snow is expected mainly in the Jeolla region. In particular, on the 11th, most regions nationwide will see lows below freezing and strong winds, making it feel even colder.
Deputy Minister Kim said, "The government will respond by mobilizing all available resources to minimize inconvenience and damage caused by this heavy snow, cold wave, and strong winds," and added, "When a heavy snow advisory is in effect, please refrain as much as possible from unnecessary outings and long-distance travel, and if you must travel, please follow safety rules such as using public transportation and reducing speed."