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Seoul turned into a winter wonderland nightmare this week as the heaviest snowfall ever recorded blanketed South Korea’s capital, triggering chaos and claiming five lives. The icy blast, part of a broader East Asia cold snap, disrupted flights, paralyzed traffic, and left residents scrambling to stay warm.
Meteorologists reported over 12 inches of snow in some areas—the highest since record-keeping began in 1904. Roads transformed into icy labyrinths, stranding commuters for hours, while flights at Incheon International Airport were delayed or canceled. Authorities deployed emergency crews to clear streets, but the sheer scale of the snowfall overwhelmed resources.
Tragically, the cold snap claimed five lives, including a homeless individual and elderly residents unable to cope with plunging temperatures. Shelters expanded capacity, and officials urged vulnerable populations to seek aid. Meanwhile, social media buzzed with surreal snapshots of snow-covered landmarks like Gyeongbokgung Palace, blending beauty with crisis.
This extreme weather underscores growing climate volatility in Asia. Scientists warn such events could become more frequent, prompting urgent calls for resilient infrastructure. Stay tuned for updates as Seoul digs out—and bundle up, Amigos!
The icy blast, part of a broader East Asia cold snap, disrupted flights, paralyzed traffic, and left residents scrambling to stay warm.
Authorities deployed emergency crews to clear streets, but the sheer scale of the snowfall overwhelmed resources.
Meanwhile, social media buzzed with surreal snapshots of snow-covered landmarks like Gyeongbokgung Palace, blending beauty with crisis.
Scientists warn such events could become more frequent, prompting urgent calls for resilient infrastructure. Stay tuned for updates as Seoul digs out—and bundle up, Amigos!
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