"Stay Away from the Coast This Weekend... 'Warning' Issued as Typhoon Dolphin Moves North"

Wando Coast Guard Implements Preemptive Measures to Prevent Shoreline Casualties
Access Restricted to Dangerous Areas Such as Breakwaters and Coastal Rocks

As Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th typhoon of the season, moves northward and strong winds and swelling waves are expected in the coastal waters over the weekend, the Coast Guard has taken preemptive action to prevent casualties along the shoreline.

The Wando Maritime Police announced that, starting August 7, they have issued a "Warning" level for the coastal accident risk forecast system in preparation for worsening weather conditions, and will significantly strengthen safety management across their jurisdictional waters.

This measure is a proactive response to the likelihood of weather advisories being issued for all maritime areas over the weekend due to the unpredictable path and intensity of the typhoon. With high waves—including swelling waves—expected along the coast, the Coast Guard stated that it will make every effort to prevent safety accidents and loss of life.

Wando Coast Guard issued a "caution" level warning under the Coastal Accident Risk Forecast System in preparation for worsening weather conditions. Photo by Wando Coast Guard

The coastal accident risk forecast system is a measure to alert the public in advance to potential dangers in maritime areas when weather worsens or natural disasters occur. It operates in three stages according to the risk level: ▲ Attention ▲ Warning ▲ Alert.

During the "Warning" period, Wando Maritime Police will intensively strengthen patrols at vulnerable locations with high accident risk, focusing on breakwaters, coastal rocks, and beaches within their jurisdiction. Access to danger zones will be restricted in advance, and coastal safety regulations will be actively promoted to fishermen and tourists.

Collaboration with relevant organizations such as local governments will also be reinforced. The Coast Guard will quickly disseminate the risk advisory and use all available communication channels, including large electronic signboards within the region, to provide weather updates and warnings, making every effort to prevent safety accidents among coastal visitors.

Chief Kim Taehwan stated, "Due to the effects of the typhoon, sudden high waves and swells may hit the shoreline, so please refrain from entering dangerous areas such as breakwaters and coastal rocks." He also urged, "Before engaging in coastal activities, always check weather information and actively cooperate with guidance from on-site safety personnel."

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