Citizens attending the festival participated in hands-on fire safety experiences, learning how to respond in emergencies, including CPR and water rescue techniques.
The Uiwang Fire Department set up a fire safety experience booth at the 22nd Uiwang Baegun Lake Festival, held at the grassy area of Baegun Lake Park from September 19 to 20, offering various interactive programs for attendees.
A total of 64 firefighters and volunteer firefighters participated in the event.
Children and families visiting the festival engaged in activities such as learning CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), experiencing water rescue techniques, and trying on child-sized firefighting gear, gaining practical knowledge of safety protocols.
Notably, the CPR and AED training allowed participants to practice responding to sudden cardiac arrest and other emergencies, enhancing public awareness of emergency situations through hands-on experience rather than just theoretical instruction.
Children were particularly active, with families flocking to the photo zone to try on firefighting gear and participate in water rescue simulations, making fire safety more relatable and accessible.
Additionally, the fire department promoted the 119 Safety Call service, which allows citizens to pre-register emergency information for use in urgent situations, and encouraged proper use of 119 ambulance services.
One festival-goer remarked, "While enjoying the festival with my child, we naturally participated in the safety experience. I realized that staying calm in real situations is crucial, even though I thought I knew CPR before trying it out myself."
Meanwhile, Fire Chief Lee Jeong-yong expressed hope that the event would help citizens enjoy the festival while naturally experiencing fire safety and recognizing the importance of safety in daily life.
He added, "We will continue to provide fire safety education and outreach activities that are easy for citizens to learn and experience firsthand."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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