Another day, another fine dust advisory for those of us in South Korea.
The weather is starting to warm up, but with the air quality being so bad,... most people are forced to stay indoors rather than enjoy the advent of early spring.
Lee Seung-jae reports.

A thick blanket of fog mixed with smog covers the airport.
The thickness of the fog caused air traffic controllers in South Korea to turn domestic flights around... due to low visibility levels.
The intensity of the fog was made worse by the arrival of toxic smog from China.
Fine dust concentration levels soared to as high at 80 micrograms late Monday, and fine dust advisories were issued across Seoul, its surrounding areas, as well as the Chungcheong-do region and Jeollabuk-do Province.
Citizens are increasingly concerned about the threat fine dust poses to their health and the health of their families.
As a result, many are avoiding outdoor activities altogether,... despite the welcome uptick in temperatures after a long, cold winter.

I came out to exercise because the weather has warmed up, but I'm worried about the fine dust.

Experts project that fine dust levels are expected to go down eventually,... but it can't be soon enough for many.

On Tuesday, northwesterly winds will bring high concentrations of fine dust to the Yeongnam region. Korea's central inland regions will also be affected due to atmospheric congestion.

Citizens are advised to put on suitable face masks if they have to head outside for prolonged periods.
Children, the elderly and those with breathing problems should stay indoors whenever possible.
Lee Seung-jae, Arirang News.