Late Meteorologist Oh Yo-anna's 1st Anniversary: Family's Outrage Amidst Colleagues' Silent Tribute; MBC Announces Weathercaster System Reform

One year has passed since the passing of late meteorologist Oh Yo-anna. While her family continues to express deep sorrow and anger, MBC weathercasters observed a silent tribute by wearing black attire.

On the 15th, the attire of the MBC weathercasters during their broadcasts caught the attention of viewers. Typically known for their bright image conveyed through diverse styles, they chose neat and somber outfits in dark colors on this particular day to honor the deceased. News presenter Kim Ga-young wore a deep navy dress for 'News Today', while Lee Hyun-seung appeared in a black dress with a neat hairstyle for the 12 PM 'News Desk'. Geum Chae-rim, who reported on 'News and Economy' at 5 PM and 'News Desk' in the evening, also wore a subdued black dress. This clear contrast to their usual appearances signaled a quiet act of mourning beyond mere styling choices.

In commemoration of the first anniversary of her passing, MBC also announced plans to reform its weathercaster system. The existing system, which operated under freelance contracts, will be terminated. Instead, 'weather and climate specialists' will be hired as full-time employees, tasked with not only delivering weather information but also producing related content and appearing on programs. MBC also stated its intention to disclose the investigation results regarding the late Oh Yo-anna's case if both the family and the defendant agree.

However, the family expressed discomfort with these announcements. The deceased's mother strongly criticized the plan, stating, "This announcement fails to recognize Oh Yo-anna's status as a worker" and calling it "a second death for her." She further pointed out, "The results of the mother's efforts, who even went on a hunger strike for regularization, are now leading to the dismissal of her colleagues."

Meanwhile, the late Oh Yo-anna passed away on September 14, 2024, and the news of her tragic death only came to light three months later. A 17-page will found on her phone, detailing her suffering from workplace bullying, sent shockwaves through society.

Late meteorologist Oh Yo-anna tragically passed away on September 14, 2024. The news of her death, which emerged three months later, deeply shocked the public. Her will, discovered on her phone, contained accounts of workplace harassment, fueling calls for a thorough investigation and measures to prevent future incidents.