Weekend precipitation brought temporary drought relief to Gangneung after the region endured its most severe water shortage in years. Northern districts received 131.5 millimeters of rainfall between Friday noon and Saturday evening. This marked the first substantial precipitation exceeding 30 millimeters in 60 days. The Obong Reservoir supplies 87 percent of municipal water and rose from 11.8 percent capacity to 15.8 percent. Normal seasonal levels reach approximately 71.4 percent capacity.
City officials extended water supply restrictions from two one-hour periods to six total hours spread across morning and evening blocks. The government deployed 537 emergency vehicles and allocated 1.5 billion won in relief funding for the crisis response. Military helicopters and tank trucks continue delivering water to affected areas. Additional relief will arrive on September 20 when the Doam Dam transfers up to 150,000 tons through existing tunnel infrastructure. Presidential representatives announced plans for expanded water facilities and long-term climate adaptation measures.
City officials extended water supply restrictions from two one-hour periods to six total hours spread across morning and evening blocks. The government deployed 537 emergency vehicles and allocated 1.5 billion won in relief funding for the crisis response. Military helicopters and tank trucks continue delivering water to affected areas. Additional relief will arrive on September 20 when the Doam Dam transfers up to 150,000 tons through existing tunnel infrastructure. Presidential representatives announced plans for expanded water facilities and long-term climate adaptation measures.
