[Photo] Han River Turns Muddy After 49 Days of Continuous Rainy Season

As the monsoon in the central region continues for the 49th day, setting a record for the longest duration, the rain temporarily subsided on the afternoon of the 11th, but dark clouds are once again gathering in the sky as seen from Namsan Tower in Seoul. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the monsoon in the central region began on June 24 and has continued for 49 days as of this date. As a result, this year is recorded as having the longest monsoon period along with 2013, which also lasted 49 days./Reporter Kim Hyun-min kimhyun81@