The North Jeolla government in South Korea is facing criticism for questionable business deals related to the construction and provision of supplies for the World Scout Jamboree. Some contracts had deadlines set after the event began, including construction projects that impacted the campsite's facilities. The contracts with late deadlines may have contributed to issues such as a lack of shade, cooling facilities, unfinished drainage systems, and poor sanitation. The government also faced criticism for limiting bidding to local companies with limited capacity, leading to delays and subpar construction. The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family has apologized for mishandling the event, and audits are being conducted.
South Korea hosted a K-pop concert to salvage national prestige as the ill-fated World Scout Jamboree, plagued by extreme weather and criticized for poor organization, comes to an end. The event saw hundreds of participants falling ill due to heatwaves, poor sanitation, and lack of food. The remaining scouts were evacuated due to an approaching typhoon. Politicians and opposition parties have called for an investigation into the mismanagement of the event. Despite the challenges, a K-pop concert was held for the scouts, with free merchandise provided by HYBE and Kakao.
South Korean officials are making efforts to salvage the experience of young scouts after a disastrous World Scout Jamboree by promising plenty of clean toilets and other measures at an all-star K-pop concert. The lack of sanitation was one of the reasons cited by contingents from the United States and Britain when they pulled out of the jamboree, which was fully evacuated due to an approaching tropical storm. The concert, featuring around 20 K-pop acts, aims to provide a pleasant experience for the scouts with additional mobile restrooms, sanitary workers, water bottles, and safety personnel deployed at the venue.
South Korean officials are ensuring that an upcoming K-pop concert for young scouts will have plenty of clean toilets, aiming to salvage their experience after a disastrous World Scout Jamboree. The lack of sanitation was one of the reasons cited by contingents from the United States and Britain when they pulled out of the event. To prevent congestion, 30 additional mobile restrooms will be installed at the venue, and over 200 sanitary workers will be deployed. The concert will feature around 20 K-pop acts and is expected to have a strong focus on safety and hydration.
South Korea has evacuated tens of thousands of Scouts from the World Scout Jamboree due to the approaching Tropical Storm Khanun. The decision to abandon the coastal campsite in Saemangeum was made after forecasters raised alarms about the storm. The Scouts, who hailed from 156 countries, have been relocated to university dormitories and hotels in Seoul and other inland cities. Concerns had been raised about heat, hygiene, and land use controversies at the campsite. The Jamboree will continue with cultural events and activities in Seoul.
South Korea has evacuated tens of thousands of Scouts from the World Scout Jamboree as Tropical Storm Khanun approaches the Korean Peninsula. The decision to abandon the coastal campsite in Saemangeum was made after forecasters raised alarms about the storm. The Scouts, who hailed from 156 countries, have been relocated to university dormitories and other accommodations in Seoul and surrounding areas. The Jamboree will continue with cultural events and activities, including a K-Pop concert. The evacuation comes after struggles with heat, hygiene, and land use controversies, leading to the departure of British and American Scouts.
South Korea has evacuated the majority of teenage scouts from their campsite ahead of Typhoon Khanun, which is expected to hit the southwest region as early as Wednesday. More than two-thirds of the 36,000 participants at the World Scout Jamboree have already left, with buses being deployed to move them to safety. The event has already been marred by illness and criticism of its organization and facilities. South Korean organizers are keen to minimize further problems, as hundreds of participants have fallen ill due to a heatwave. The typhoon is expected to bring heavy rain and winds of up to 125 kph (78 mph) to southern regions of South Korea.
Thousands of scouts from around the world attending the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea are being evacuated from the campsite due to an incoming tropical storm. The UK, US, and Singapore have already pulled their teams, citing high temperatures and poor sanitary conditions. The South Korean government has deemed the site unsafe and will relocate the remaining participants to safer areas. The event will continue in alternative venues in Seoul. The relocation will cost the UK Scout Association over £1m, impacting their future plans. Severe Tropical Storm Khanun is forecasted to reach the region on Thursday.
The World Scout Jamboree in South Korea has been cut short due to an approaching typhoon, following complaints about extreme heat and poor conditions at the event. Nearly 40,000 teenagers were expected to participate in the gathering, but now scouts are being evacuated a week ahead of schedule. The typhoon is forecasted to hit South Korea on Thursday, prompting the transfer of approximately 36,000 participants to the greater Seoul area. This comes after hundreds of teens fell ill from the heat, and reports of inadequate food and sleeping arrangements. Contingents from the US, UK, and Singapore have already pulled out of the event.
South Korea is preparing to evacuate tens of thousands of scouts from the World Scout Jamboree site in Buan as Tropical Storm Khanun approaches. The storm is expected to make landfall on Thursday, potentially bringing strong winds and affecting large parts of the country. Hot temperatures have already forced thousands of British and American scouts to leave the site. South Korea's government has confirmed the early departure of all participants, and contingency plans are being made, including relocating them to hotels and facilities in Seoul and nearby areas.
Thousands of Scouts attending the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea have been moved to hotels in Seoul due to extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 35C (95F). The British, US, and Singaporean teams are relocating their members, and the UK Scouts, the largest group in attendance, have cited concerns over facilities and food as reasons for the move. The South Korean government is sending additional medics and service workers to the campsite, where many countries will remain for the next week. The jamboree, which gathers Scouts from around the world every four years, is the first since the pandemic and is scheduled to run until August 12.
South Korea is refusing to cut short the World Scout Jamboree despite a heat wave that has caused thousands of scouts to leave early. The event, which has seen hundreds of participants treated for heat-related ailments, is being supported by additional safety measures including more medical staff, air-conditioned vehicles, and shaded structures. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has promised an "unlimited supply" of air-conditioned buses and refrigerator trucks. The World Organization of the Scout Movement had previously asked organizers to consider ending the event early, but South Korea is determined to continue as planned. British and American scouts are among those leaving due to the extreme weather conditions.
The World Organization of the Scout Movement has asked South Korea to consider ending the World Scout Jamboree early due to a heat wave, as hundreds of participants have been treated for heat-related ailments. The UK Scout Association has already pulled out over 4,000 British scouts, and American scouts are also preparing to leave. Organizers have canceled physically demanding activities and increased emergency resources, but concerns over safety persist. South Korea has experienced one of its hottest summers in years, with temperatures reaching 35-38 degrees Celsius (95-100 degrees Fahrenheit).
Despite warnings about extreme heat and the withdrawal of US and UK contingents, South Korea has decided to continue hosting the World Scout Jamboree. Tens of thousands of scouts have gathered in Saemangeum, where temperatures have reached 33 degrees Celsius (91.4 degrees Fahrenheit). Concerns over participant safety have arisen as hundreds have fallen ill. The government has promised additional measures such as more water trucks and medical support. Some countries, including the Philippines and Argentina, have chosen to remain at the campsite despite the challenges. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has ordered officials to provide alternative tour programs showcasing Korean culture and nature.
South Korea is sending military doctors and nurses to assist at the World Scout Jamboree after hundreds of teenage participants fell ill due to the ongoing heatwave. At least 600 participants have been treated for heat-related ailments so far, coinciding with the country's most severe heat warning in four years. The event, attended by over 43,000 scouts aged 14-18, is taking place on reclaimed land where temperatures are expected to reach 35C. The heatwave is expected to last until next week, and South Korea's Prime Minister has ordered additional medical personnel to handle emergencies at the campsite.
