Death toll from torrential rains in South Korea rises to 18, thousands displaced

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Death toll from torrential rains in South Korea rises to 18, thousands displaced

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Death toll from torrential rains in South Korea rises to 18, thousands displaced

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At least 18 people have died due to torrential rains in South Korea.
Approximately 14,166 individuals have been evacuated from their homes.
Sancheong county is the most affected area, with significant damage reported.

Severe weather in South Korea has resulted in at least 18 fatalities and left nine individuals missing following days of torrential rains that triggered landslides and floods, according to Channel News Asia and Al Jazeera.

In counties such as Sancheong, statistics show that over 14,166 people were forced to evacuate as severe weather conditions wreaked havoc, damaging both public and private properties, reports Reuters and BBC.

Reports indicate that the rainfall significantly affected areas such as Gapyeong, which experienced nearly 173 mm of rain in just a few hours, surpassing previous historical records, according to Reuters and LA Times.

Many residents recalled harrowing experiences as they grappled with the combination of flood and mud damage which has caused an extensive displacement of families and infrastructure, according to Channel News Asia and Reuters.

President Lee Jae Myung has called for immediate action to assess the damage and implement recovery efforts, as this severe weather situation continues to challenge local authorities, as detailed in reports by Channel News Asia and LA Times.