Mapo-gu District Mayor Yoo Dong-gyun canceled all afternoon outdoor events at the 19th Mapo Naru Shrimp Festival on Sunday due to heavy rain and strong gusts, citing the safety of residents and visitors.
As the festival's final day, the venue had been prepared for wet weather — large tents were erected, rain ponchos were made available, and facilities underwent advance safety inspections.
However, as rainfall intensified, organizers called off all afternoon outdoor programming, including a shrimp-catching experience for children and a closing performance featuring fireworks and a laser show.
The 33rd Mapo Citizens' Day ceremony, scheduled for 5 p.m., will proceed indoors, relocated to the main auditorium on the second floor of the Mapo-gu District Office.
"I ask for the understanding of residents and visitors who had hoped to enjoy the festival through its final day," Yoo said. "Safety was our top priority in canceling the afternoon outdoor events, and the Citizens' Day ceremony will be held safely indoors."
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