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Heavy Snowfall Hits Central Part of Korea
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Pyongyang, February 14 (KCNA) -- There was an unusual heavy snowfall in some parts of Kangwon Province of the DPRK. According to data of meteorological observation, it snowed 350-450mm in Chonnae and Kosong Counties and Munchon City from 01:00 to 12:00 on Feb. 12 and 1 200mm in Kumgang County between 16:00 and 21:00 on Feb. 11. Snowfall of 700mm was registered in Masikryong area in a few days. The recent heavy snowfall badly affected agricultural and other economic sectors in some areas of the province. A brisk drive for healing its aftermath is now under way in the afflicted areas. |
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