Jeju International Airport is implementing support measures in preparation for flight cancellations as heavy snow and strong winds are forecast in the Jeju area during the Lunar New Year holidays.



Jeju Island held a situation judgment meeting today (20th) in the situation room of the Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters to discuss measures to resolve and support travelers staying at Jeju International Airport, followed by a video conference involving 43 eup, myeon, and dong heads to conduct on-site disaster response activities. requested.



In Jeju, it is expected that a strong wind warning will be issued from the afternoon of the 23rd, the second day of the Lunar New Year holiday, and a heavy snow warning will take effect along with cold waves.



In addition, on the 24th and 25th, snow is expected to fall not only in the mountains of Jeju, but also in the coastal area.



To reduce passengers waiting at the airport for canceled flights, the province asked each airline for cooperation in providing flight operation information to passengers in advance.



In addition, we plan to rent a chartered bus or encourage late-night taxi service so that passengers on canceled flights can move to their lodgings instead of staying at the airport.



We also checked the status of stockpiled items such as blankets, mattresses, and bottled water in case a large number of guests stay at Jeju Airport.



In addition, if there is a situation where public transportation, such as buses, is restricted or detoured due to heavy snow, it will be announced through broadcast subtitles and disaster text messages.



Meanwhile, preventive activities are being carried out to prevent damage to agricultural plastic greenhouses, barns and fisheries facilities from strong winds and heavy snow.



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