The Anyang Fire Department held a meeting on September 8 to review the disaster response system for underground shopping malls and connected structures near Anyang Station, discussing cooperation among relevant agencies.
According to the fire department on September 13, the area around Anyang Station features a complex structure with an underground station, shopping mall, and large buildings managed by multiple entities.
In the event of a disaster such as a fire, smoke and heat can spread to adjacent areas, complicating evacuation routes for users. Therefore, swift information sharing and role allocation among facilities are crucial.
Attendees included representatives from the Anyang Fire Department, Anyang Station, the Central Underground Shopping Mall, and Enter6.
Participants confirmed the emergency contact system and information sharing methods in preparation for potential disasters, discussing the roles of facility managers and cooperation during on-site responses.
In particular, they focused on improving communication systems among stakeholders to ensure smooth initial responses during actual disaster situations. They also reviewed necessary cooperation for disseminating information during a fire, guiding evacuations, and supporting firefighting activities.
Based on the discussions, the fire department plans to conduct joint firefighting drills with relevant agencies by December.
The drills will include guiding evacuations, initial fire response, and checking the operation of fire shutters and smoke control systems, as well as ensuring access for fire trucks and firefighting operations.
Fire Chief Kim Ji-han stated, "Underground connected structures have interlinked spaces, so a disaster occurring in one area can affect adjacent facilities."
He added, "We will ensure that relevant agencies share their response systems and conduct regular training to facilitate swift cooperation in real situations."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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