Seoul, South Korea Receives Heaviest Single-Day Snowfall in December in Four Decades
In Seoul, South Korea, the heaviest single-day snowfall in December in over 40 years was recorded on Saturday, with no reports of weather-related deaths or injuries.
The country’s weather agency reported on Sunday that 12.2 centimeters (4.8 inches) of snow fell in Seoul the previous day, marking the heaviest snowfall since 1981.
The Korea Meteorological Administration issued a heavy snow advisory for the entire Seoul area on Saturday, which was later lifted. Other parts of South Korea also experienced snow or rain on the same day.
South Korea’s safety agency stated that Saturday’s snow in Seoul and other areas caused traffic congestion, but no snow-related deaths or injuries were reported.
