South Korea’s Forestry Service elevated landslide alerts for the provinces of Gangwon and North Gyeongsang to “Caution” level at 8:30 AM on July 20th. This upgrade follows continued heavy rainfall across the region, increasing the risk of landslides. The previous alert level was “Interest,” indicating a lower level of concern. Authorities are urging residents in affected areas to remain vigilant and prepared for potential evacuations. The alert system utilizes three stages: Interest, Caution, and Warning, with Warning representing the highest level of risk. Officials are closely monitoring rainfall patterns and soil conditions to assess the evolving situation and provide timely updates to the public. Further heavy rainfall is anticipated, prompting continued preparedness measures.