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How do governments respond?

When extreme weather hits, governments take emergency steps to protect citizens. In South Korea, Seoul authorities are sending nurses to check on elderly residents, showing a focus on public health and safety. Leaders like President Lee Jae Myung also direct officials to inspect critical infrastructure, like power systems, to prevent further issues.

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