Watch: Snow covers South Korean capital and surrounding regions

Cars slowed and stopped on icy roads and bundled-up commuters gingerly navigated snow-covered sidewalks as a snowstorm swept through the South Korean capital and nearby regions.

The snow on Thursday is enduring a cold spell that has the country in its grip.

More than 5 centimetres of snow fell in Seoul in 24 hours on Thursday morning, while neighbouring cities like Incheon saw 6 to 8 centimetres of snow.

Morning temperatures in the region fell to around -10 degrees Celsius, and the country’s weather agency forecasted similar weather for Friday, raising concerns that driving conditions may worsen after a hard freeze of the snow. Hundreds of residents have reported disruption in their main water supplies.

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