Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:42am on 28 Nov 2024,Thursday Weather & Environment
Seoul experienced its heaviest November snowfall since 1907, with 16 cm of snow blanketing the South Korean capital. This surpassed the previous record of 12.4 cm set in 1972. The snowfall caused major disruptions, including grounded flights, road closures, and transport delays. Authorities reported at least one weather-related traffic fatality near the city. Experts attributed the snowfall to strong westerly winds and a sharp temperature difference between the sea and cold air. Residents welcomed the wintery scene, with some enjoying the unexpected snowfall. Forecasters predict the snow will continue through Thursday morning.
