The Anyang Fire Department is enhancing its emergency response capabilities through the Eulji training exercise.
The department announced on August 19 that it will conduct the 2026 Eulji training from August 18 to 21 to establish national emergency preparedness and strengthen response capabilities in wartime and emergency situations.
This year's Eulji training is a government-wide emergency preparedness drill aimed at checking response procedures and transition systems in various crisis situations, including local provocations before war, and improving the ability to respond quickly in actual emergencies.
During the training period, the department will conduct surprise emergency calls for public officials, tabletop exercises based on hypothetical crisis scenarios, and discussions on current issues in wartime, focusing on verifying departmental missions and response procedures in the event of an emergency.
Particularly, the training emphasizes enhancing response capabilities to complex crisis situations, such as drone and cyber threats, reflecting recent changes in the security environment, and strengthening cooperation among related agencies.
On August 19, the department participated in a realistic training exercise for initial responses to multiple drone threats at the Pyeongchon Art Hall, involving collaboration with the city of Anyang, police, and military agencies to verify response procedures from situation dissemination to on-site actions.
Additionally, on August 20, a civil defense evacuation drill will be conducted for all staff, simulating an air raid situation to ensure they are well-versed in quick and safe evacuation procedures during emergencies.
In relation to the Eulji training, citizens have expressed positive reactions, noting the importance of preparing for emergency situations that are not commonly encountered in daily life. They appreciate that related agencies are conducting realistic drills.
Many believe that training for new types of threats, such as drones, should also include improvements to existing response methods to adapt to the changing security environment.
One citizen remarked, “It’s hard to grasp emergency situations in everyday life, but quick responses are crucial when they occur. Seeing the fire department, police, and military training together will encourage citizens to reconsider their emergency response actions.”
Meanwhile, Fire Chief Kim Ji-han stated, “The Eulji training is an important exercise to check whether each agency can accurately perform its duties when an actual emergency occurs.” He added, “We will ensure that this training goes beyond formalities and solidifies our readiness to protect the lives and safety of citizens through realistic drills.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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