The Mokpo Coast Guard is strengthening on-site safety management to prevent marine accidents in anticipation of an increase in fishing vessel and recreational boat users during the fall season.
On September 8, Chief Choi Won-sik conducted an inspection of key fishing areas in the region to assess marine safety management as the fall octopus fishing season begins.
This inspection was prompted by recent incidents of vessel capsizing that resulted in casualties, alongside the expected rise in fishing vessels and recreational boat users during the fall, which could increase the risk of marine accidents.
The Mokpo Coast Guard has designated a 'special marine safety period' from September 5 to September 30, enhancing safety management for multi-use vessels, including fishing boats, in major waters.
After checking marine safety issues at the North Port Police Station, Chief Choi used a coastal rescue boat to survey the main fishing areas around Yuldo and Mujigae.
During the inspection, the focus was on the operational status of fishing vessels, the distribution of operations by area, the safety management of departing vessels, and identifying potential hazards that could lead to accidents.
Chief Choi specifically instructed on-site personnel to increase patrols in areas where fishing vessels are concentrated and to maintain readiness for swift initial responses and rescues in the event of an accident.
As the fall season marks a peak time for fishing, including octopus, the Mokpo Coast Guard plans to enhance preventive activities and accident response systems centered on field operations.
Choi Won-sik, Chief of the Mokpo Coast Guard, stated, “We expect many anglers to visit the sea during the fall fishing season. We will strengthen on-site safety management to ensure that the public can use the sea with peace of mind.”
Meanwhile, during the special marine safety period ending on September 30, the Mokpo Coast Guard will continue to enhance safety management and patrols for vessels, including fishing boats and recreational boats, which are expected to increase in usage, while also regularly checking the readiness for on-site rescue responses to potential accidents.
* This article has been translated by AI.
Copyright ⓒ Aju Press All rights reserved.