Number of yellow dust occurrences South Korea 2014-2023
In 2023, there were seven occurrences of yellow dust entering South Korea. Yellow dust that impacts the air quality in South Korea originates from China and the Mongolian deserts, and usually blow into the country during the spring time, although this phenomenon can also occur in the winter. Extreme cases of yellow dust can cause respiratory problems and even led to the temporary closing of schools or cancellation of flights in some cases.