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As South Korea's COVID-19 cases surged to 6,284 confirmed infections by March 6, 2020, residents of Seoul are adapting to a new normal. CGTN’s street interviews reveal a mix of caution, creativity, and community spirit shaping daily life.
\"We’re using hand sanitizer like it’s part of our skincare routine,\" laughed Min-ji, a college student, showcasing the blend of humor and vigilance common among young Koreans. Small businesses have rolled out contactless payment options, while K-pop-inspired TikTok videos demonstrate \"mask fashion\" trends.
Public transport ridership has dipped, but essential workers like delivery drivers are keeping the city running. \"Every package I drop off feels like a lifeline,\" said Hyun-woo, 28, whose scooter helmet now doubles as a makeshift face shield.
The Korea Centers for Disease Control’s mass testing strategy and transparent updates continue to earn public trust. While coffee shops buzz with socially-distanced study groups, elders practice tai chi in parks – all wearing the unofficial uniform of 2020: the KF94 mask.
From K-drama binge sessions to doorstep kimchi swaps, Seoul’s resilience mirrors South Korea’s data-driven approach to the pandemic. As one interviewee quipped: \"We survived zombie apocalypses in movies – this is just practice!\"
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\"We’re using hand sanitizer like it’s part of our skincare routine,\" laughed Min-ji, a college student, showcasing the blend of humor and vigilance common among young Koreans. Small businesses have rolled out contactless payment options, while K-pop-inspired TikTok videos demonstrate \"mask fashion\" trends.
Public transport ridership has dipped, but essential workers like delivery drivers are keeping the city running. \"Every package I drop off feels like a lifeline,\" said Hyun-woo, 28, whose scooter helmet now doubles as a makeshift face shield.
The Korea Centers for Disease Control’s mass testing strategy and transparent updates continue to earn public trust. While coffee shops buzz with socially-distanced study groups, elders practice tai chi in parks – all wearing the unofficial uniform of 2020: the KF94 mask.
