South Korean capital records heaviest one-day snowfall in December for 40 years

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South Korean Capital Records Heaviest One-Day Snowfall In December For 40 Years
People walk through the snow in Goyang, South Korea, © Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved
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By Associated Press Reporters

South Korea’s capital received the biggest single-day snowfall recorded in December for more than 40 years on Saturday.

The country’s weather agency said on Sunday that 4.8in (12.2cm) of snow fell on Seoul the previous day, the heaviest since 1981.

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Villagers walk a dog through snow in Goyang, South Korea (Lee Jin-man/AP)

The Korea Meteorological Administration said a heavy snow advisory was issued for the entire Seoul entire area on Saturday before it was lifted later in the day.

It said other parts of South Korea also received snow or rain on Saturday.

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A visitor walks through a snow-covered park in Goyang, South Korea (Lee Jin-man/AP)

South Korea’s safety agency said Saturday’s snow in Seoul and other areas caused traffic congestion, but no snowfall-related deaths or injuries have been reported.

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