A wave of rainstorms, that hit Tohwa-ri, Kaechon City and Ryonghwa-ri, Anju City in South Phyongan Province, flooded the areas, leaving their residents homeless and roads and bridges destroyed. Flooding was so rough in Junhyok-ri, Kaechon City that lifeboats could hardly reach the victims.

Helicopters flew to the areas to rescue the flood victims on Monday.

Meanwhile, urgent government relief steps are being taken for inhabitants in flood-stricken areas.