An ozone warning has been issued for eight cities and counties in the northern region of Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, effective 1 PM today. The alert was announced by the Ministry of Environment and the Korea Environment Corporation. This warning indicates that ozone concentrations have reached levels considered harmful to public health. Residents in the affected areas are advised to take precautions to minimize exposure, particularly those with respiratory conditions. The specific cities and counties under the warning were not detailed in the initial report. Authorities are monitoring the situation and will provide updates as needed. This marks a concerning rise in ozone levels in the region.