Four dead, 1,300 evacuated as heavy rains hit South Korea

Heavy rains hit South Korea, causing four deaths and the evacuation of over 1,300 people. The unseasonal deluge has led to record rainfall, with some areas receiving over 400mm of rain in just half a day. The government has raised the weather-related disaster alert to the highest level as authorities warn of continued heavy rains and the risk of landslides and flash floods.