Doha: More than 2,500 people were forced to evacuate after heavy rains overnight that pounded South Korea's southern regions, authorities said Monday. A total of 2,523 people took refuge across six major southern cities and provinces including Busan, Gwangju, South Chungcheong, South Jeolla, North Gyeongsan, and South Gyeongsang due to the downpours, according to the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Korea Meteorological Administration forecast heavy rain nationwide on Monday, with downpours set to continue in South Gyeongsang and nearby areas. Precipitation of 5 to 10 mm is expected for Seoul, Incheon, and western parts of Gyeonggi Province, while downpours of 30 to 80 mm are expected for Busan, Ulsan, and South Gyeongsang, with some areas receiving more than 120 mm of rain.