Seoul: Samsung Group and other South Korean conglomerates have ramped up relief and recovery efforts for residents affected by recent flooding across the country, the companies said Tuesday. Samsung Group announced a donation of 3 billion won (US$2.17 million) in cash and supplies to support the recovery in the flood-hit areas. Additionally, Samsung Electronics Co. has begun offering free inspections and repairs for flooded home appliances and smartphones as of Friday. According to Yonhap News Agency, SK Group has contributed 2.3 billion won in cash and supplies to aid recovery efforts in the affected regions, including Sancheong in South Gyeongsang Province. Affiliates of the group are also providing on-site assistance. SK hynix Inc., the chipmaking arm of SK Group, has donated 175 packages of relief tents and floor mats for displaced residents in Asan and Yesan counties in South Chungcheong Province.