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The nation was thoroughly drenched yesterday.
More precipitation is expected as the week progresses.
In some parts, the heavy downour caused damages and even left casualties.
According to our Yoon Jung-min, various advisories are being issued to ensure residents stay out of harm's way.
South Korea will see heavy rainfall and cloudy skies until Thursday, with more damage expected due to flooding.

As of Wednesday, at 6:40 p.m., the government has issued a heavy rain warning for Seoul, Incheon and Namyangju.
It advises residents to stay away from flooded roads and coastal areas.

The Korea Meteorological Administration says a maximum of 150 millimeters of rain is forecast in Seoul and more than 250 millimeters is forecast for Gyeonggi-do Province.
Southern parts of the country will see around 80 millimeters of rainfall, while Jeju Island will have some 50 millimeters.

According to the weather agency, the country will see more torrential rain and showers until Thursday.

On Wednesday, Gangwon-do Province was hit particularly hard by the heavy rain, with reports of flooding and people requiring rescue operations.
The authorities say people in the region should be aware of possible mudslides caused by the downpour.

"Already heavy rain fell today. It will weaken the soil. When more rain falls, it is likely to cause mudslides."

The safety ministry said that Tuesday's heavy thunderstorm and strong winds caused one death and two injuries in Seoul.

More than 760 cases of flooding were reported in Seoul, Daejeon and Gyeonggi-do Province and 41 households were evacuated nationwide.

Several roads were blocked due to floods, and landslide advisories were issued in the country's mountainous areas.

Residents are advised to brace for possible damage as more rain is expected this week.
Yoon Jung-min, Arirang News.