North Korea has issued warnings for heavy rainfall and strong winds as Typhoon Bavi approaches the Korean Peninsula. Leader Kim Jong Un has urged'maximum vigilance' to prevent damage. The typhoon is expected to weaken into a low-pressure system before crossing the country's central region via the Yellow Sea between Tuesday and Wednesday.
The country's weather agency has issued warnings for rainfall of 80-120 millimetres (3.1-4.7 inches) across parts of the northern and central regions, with downpours of 30-60 millimetres per hour. Southern regions are forecast to receive 150-200 millimetres of rain, along with winds of 10-15 metres per second along the west coast and in some inland areas.
FAQ
- **What did North Korea's leader urge as Typhoon Bavi approached?** Kim Jong Un urged'maximum vigilance' to prevent damage from the approaching typhoon.
- **What kind of weather is expected in North Korea due to Typhoon Bavi?** Heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected, with forecasts of 80-120 millimetres of rain in northern and central regions and 150-200 millimetres in southern regions.
- **How is North Korea preparing for the typhoon?** North Korea has stepped up disaster prevention efforts and all officials and workers are urged to remain on maximum vigilance and take steps to minimize damage.
- **What impact do natural disasters tend to have on North Korea?** Natural disasters tend to have an outsized impact on North Korea due to its weak infrastructure and economy.
