S. Korean border island warns residents to stay inside amid N. Korea drills
- Asia
- AFP
- Published Date: 12:15 | 07 January 2024
- Modified Date: 12:15 | 07 January 2024
South Korea's border island of Yeonpyeong warned residents to stay inside Sunday, local officials told AFP, as North Korea was conducting live-fire drills near the maritime border for a third consecutive day.
"North Korean gunfire is currently being heard," said a text message sent to all residents, details of which were confirmed to AFP by local officials. "Residents are advised to be careful about outdoor activities."