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Seoul, Washington begin joint underwater search for U.S. aircraft downed in Korean War

The operations in Gangwon, involving some 40 personnel, will attempt to retrieve a fighter and transporter that went down in 1952.

2026.8.3

A banner that disputes ″false rumors' about Yangyang County is seen on a building near Ingu Beach in Yangyang County, Gangwon. [YONHAP]

Yangyang County residents push back against rumors hurting tourism, business

Large banners and posters were strung along roads and outside shops near Ingu Beach in Yangyang County on Wednesday, urging a probe into what residents say are false rumors that have hurt the area's reputation as a beach and surfing destination.

2026.1.14

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Visitors are seen enjoying the sunrise at Jeongdongjin Beach in Gangneung, Gangwon on Dec. 21. [YONHAP]

East coast towns preparing for large crowds ahead of New Year rush

With 2026 marking the Year of the Red Horse, large crowds are expected at sunrise hot spots along Korea’s east coast.

2025.12.28

Firefighters conduct a nighttime operation to contain a wildfire in Yangyang County, Gangwon on Nov. 23. [NEWS1]

Wildfire in Yangyang completely extinguished

A wildfire in the eastern county of Yangyang was completely extinguished Sunday, some 16 hours after it began, firefighting officials said.

2025.11.23

Around 20 civilian lifeguards from Haeundae Beach receive lifesaving training at the beach on July 14. [LEE EUN-JI]

Underpaid and overworked, lifeguards are in short supply

At Haeundae Beach in Busan, lifeguards plunge into the waves under a punishing sun, hauling their bodies through rescue drills — all for little more than minimum wage.

2025.7.16

A spotted seal rescued in Yangyang County, Gangwon, in March is seen receiving treatment at a facility before release on June 25, in this photo released by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries on June 29. [MINISTRY OF OCEANS AND FISHERIES]

Young spotted seal found in Gangwon released into wild after 3 months of medical care

A young spotted seal rescued in Yangyang County, Gangwon, in March was released back into the wild on Wednesday after receiving nearly three months of medical care, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries announced Sunday.

2025.6.29

A python found at a hotel in Yangyang, Gangwon [KOREA NATIONAL PARK SERVICE]

Endangered snake found abandoned in hotel room rescued by authorities

A non-native python classified as a globally endangered species was found in a hotel room in Yangyang, Gangwon. Officials believe the snake was abandoned by a person who had been keeping it as a pet.

2025.6.26

A tourist takes a picture of the scenery at Hamdeok Beach, Jeju City, Jeju. [KIM DONG-EUN]

[WEEKEND GETAWAY] Soak up summer vibes at Korea's beaches

Typhoon Khanun caused many to cancel and adjust their vacation plans because of its heavy rain and strong winds. Beaches, especially, were a no-go for the past week. However, with no rain or typhoon forecast for the coming weeks, it's time to ...

2023.8.11

Firefighters rescue a man on Seorak Beach in Yangyang County, Gangwon on Saturday after a lightning strike. One person died and five others were injured in the accident. [YONHAP]

Lightning strikes becoming more frequent nationwide

Following the death of a 36-year-old man struck by lightning last weekend in Yangyang County, Gangwon, the national weather agency warned that lightning strikes are becoming more frequent due to climate change.

2023.6.12

A person is being treated by fire officials after being struck by lightning at Seorak Beach located in Yangyang, Gangwon, on Saturday. [GANGWON FIRE HEADQUARTERS]

1 dead, 5 injured in lightning strike at Yangyang beach

A 36-year-old man died Sunday after lightning knocked him unconscious at a beach in the eastern coastal town of Yangyang the previous day, according to police and fire officials.