South Korea was hit by snowstorms and strong wind. Several hundred flights were canceled at the airport located on the island of Czerż, popular among tourists. Thousands of travelers got stuck due to dangerous weather.
Heavy snowfall and wind exceeding the speed of 100 kilometers in gusts forced the appeal on Friday over 300 flights at the international airport located on the island of Czejż.
The airport authorities also announced that until 17.20 local time (9.20 in Poland) in total 58 national and international flights were delayed. It was added that the weather thwarted the plans of about 20 thousand. travelers who got stuck on the island.
Hawaii South Korea
The island of Czejż, which attracts 14 million tourists every year from the country and from abroad, is called Hawaii Korea because of the mild climate and volcanic landscapes. In winter, the temperature lasts within 10 to -6 degrees C. On average, during the year, about 10 days with snowfall are recorded, although in connection with the so -called The sea effect is snowstorm. This phenomenon arises when cold air masses come over the warmer waters.
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