Overview

• The government has restricted household supply by locking 75% of meters and closed 47 public restrooms along with three public swimming pools.
• Authorities deployed 112 vehicles, including 71 fire trucks and four military water tanks, delivering 5,071 tons of water and securing 20,000 tons from alternative sources.
• Officials stockpiled about 1.41 million bottles of water, with more than 283,000 already distributed to schools and senior care facilities.
• Hotels have suspended or scaled back pools, saunas and baths, while universities tightened dorm water use and prepared for potential online classes.
• The Korea Meteorological Administration expects no significant rain through Sept. 10, and officials warn levels could slip below 10% within weeks if dry conditions persist.