(LEAD) Heavy rain soaks Gangwon Province; access to Mt. Seorak restricted (opens original article in a new tab)

Heavy rain in Gangwon Province led to restricted access in Mount Seorak and disruptions to the Gangneung Danoje Festival.

• Heavy rain fell in Gangwon Province, with 223mm recorded at Misiryeong Pass
• Mount Seorak national park restricted access to high-altitude trails due to rain
• Gangneung Danoje Festival had programs canceled or rescheduled