South Korea has been experiencing very different weather patterns depending on the region. While some areas struggle with floods caused by heavy rainfall, others are facing water shortages due to prolonged droughts. Even within the same country, these extreme weather conditions are directly affecting people’s daily lives.   Droughts and Floods Across Regions   Recently, South Korea has been severely impacted by both droughts and floods. In the popular tourist city of Gangneung, ongoing droughts have caused serious difficulties for local residents. News reports even mentioned that water was scarce for basic uses like toilets. On the other hand, regions such as Chungnam, Jeonbuk, and Gyeongnam have experienced record-breaking heavy rainfall, leading to flooding and damage. At the same time, some areas face drought while others are flooded, creating extreme regional contrasts.   Moreover, the Korean Peninsula is experiencing increasingly hotter summers every year...