Tag: flood damage
N. Korea finally rebuilds flood-devastated villages in Jagang province
The Rodong Sinmun recently reported that a move-in celebration was held for hundreds of newly built houses in a village along the Jangja River.
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North Korea flood victims blame ‘cursed snake’ as disasters strike twice...
Heavy rains have once again caused flood damage in Kujang county, North Pyongan province. The area already suffered serious destruction late last month, but...
N. Korea’s hydroelectric gamble: When climate meets ideology
Hydroelectric power stations built along tributaries of the Yalu River suffered varying degrees of harm during last summer's record floods, with some facilities being...
Jagang province armories face scrutiny following last year’s flood losses
The Civil Defense Department of North Korea's ruling party ordered a comprehensive inspection of armories across Jagang province as the rainy season approaches. The...
N. Korea orders flood prevention work but leaves locals to pay...
North Korea is repairing embankments and waterways in Ryanggang province as part of large-scale preparations for heavy rains in July and August. Just as...
“How will we survive?”: No potato rations this year in major...
Ryanggang province, North Korea's largest potato-producing region, has completely halted its annual potato distribution to local residents this fall. This is expected to cause...
Secret shipments: N. Korea’s hidden flood relief efforts in Jagang province
North Korea recently smuggled in relief supplies to flood-stricken regions of Jagang province, including many items subject to international sanctions on the country.
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North Korea’s Ansok Tideland struggles with poor rice harvest after flood...
Recent satellite imagery analysis has revealed that rice production in Ansok Tideland, Onchon county, South Pyongan province, was not particularly good. Ansok Tideland was...
Double disaster in Hyesan: Floods destroy homes, government drains wallets
North Korean residents in Hyesan are being forced to fund reconstruction efforts following severe floods in late July. The disaster destroyed embankments and barbed...
Satellite images show Supung Dam releasing water – again
Satellite imagery reveals that North Korea and China have reopened the Supung Dam's floodgates on the Yalu River, releasing water once more. This action...
