In a bid to ensure the safety of tens of thousands of children participating in the World Scout Jamboree, organisers have urgently requested the evacuation of the campsite in South Korea. This decision comes as Typhoon Khanun, which has already caused casualties in Japan, is expected to hit South Korea on Thursday. The jamboree, held in North Joella province, has been mired in controversy due to extreme weather conditions.
Following an intense heatwave that resulted in numerous scout illnesses, the jamboree faced growing criticism for the conditions at the campsite. The situation escalated as some international scout groups withdrew from the event, citing concerns over the welfare of their members. Korean media even labeled the jamboree a “national disgrace.”
