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Seoul Fireworks Festival Triggers Subway Bypasses and Road Closures

Seoul authorities implement subway bypasses and road closures for the 2026 World Fireworks Festival to manage massive crowds.

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Seoul City announced that trains on Line 5 may pass through Yeoinaru Station without stopping if excessive crowds gather inside the station before or after the fireworks show. [1] The 2026 World Fireworks Festival is scheduled to take place on October 5th at the Yeouido Han River Park, with the fireworks display starting at 8:00 PM. [2] A train skipped Yeoinaru Station in Seoul because of a massive crowd gathered for a fireworks festival. [3] Wonhyo Bridge will be fully controlled from 9:00 AM on October 5th until 3:00 AM on October 6th, closing both the roadway and sidewalks. [4] Yeoidong-ro between the southern end of Mapo Bridge and in front of the 63 Building will be fully prohibited for vehicle traffic from 3:00 PM on October 5th until midnight. [5] The incident highlights the logistical challenges of managing large public gatherings in the city. [6] The event underscores the need for better crowd control measures during such celebrations. [7] The report notes that the station was overwhelmed by the influx of people. [8]
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  1. Seoul City announced that trains on Line 5 may pass through Yeoinaru Station without stopping if excessive crowds gather inside the station before or after the fireworks show. · 동아일보
  2. The 2026 World Fireworks Festival is scheduled to take place on October 5th at the Yeouido Han River Park, with the fireworks display starting at 8:00 PM. · 동아일보
  3. A train skipped Yeoinaru Station in Seoul because of a massive crowd gathered for a fireworks festival. · 매일경제South Korea
  4. Wonhyo Bridge will be fully controlled from 9:00 AM on October 5th until 3:00 AM on October 6th, closing both the roadway and sidewalks. · 동아일보
  5. Yeoidong-ro between the southern end of Mapo Bridge and in front of the 63 Building will be fully prohibited for vehicle traffic from 3:00 PM on October 5th until midnight. · 동아일보
  6. The incident highlights the logistical challenges of managing large public gatherings in the city. · 매일경제South Korea
  7. The event underscores the need for better crowd control measures during such celebrations. · 매일경제South Korea
  8. The report notes that the station was overwhelmed by the influx of people. · 매일경제South Korea
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