한반도를 강타하는 태풍 '솔릭'은 무엇... 태풍에 대처하는 방법<br /><br /> Let's shift our focus to what we should do when we are near the areas hit hard by the storm.<br />South Korea's safety ministry gave out some instructions on how to be prepared for the impact of that force of nature. <br /> Yoon Jung-min outlines what they are. <br /> Forecasters say the storm will be as strong as Typhoon Kompasu, which caused 5 deaths in 2010.<br />Soulik is expected to put many lives and property in peril as it passes over the country, so<br /> the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and the Korea Meteorological Administration are each running a disaster safety website and a national typhoon center.<br />They're providing guidelines on how to prepare.<br /><br /> The safety ministry is also advising people to put tape in an X-shape across their windows to prevent them from shattering in the strong wind. <br /><br /> In case of torrential rain, the websites advise families to decide ahead of time on a place to meet if they lose each other.<br />Also, it recommends that residents stock up on things like medication, drinking water and emergency food supplies.<br />Motorists should fill up with gas, and people should make sure outdoor drainage is clear of debris so that it doesn't flood. <br /><br /> When the storm makes landfall, residents are advised to lock the doors and windows for safety. They should refrain from using electric appliances and shut off the power.<br />Drivers should slow down and avoid driving across flooded roads. <br /> The ministry warns everyone to avoid places outdoors where there could be flash flooding, landslides... or beaches where the waves could surge far onto the shore.<br />Yoon Jung-min, Arirang News. <br />
