The Ministry of Interior and Safety announced on November 9 that it will provide 15 billion won in disaster safety management special grants to 16 provinces nationwide to prepare for wildfires this winter and next spring.
This measure aims to strengthen local governments' monitoring systems and enhance facilities and equipment necessary for effective initial firefighting ahead of the peak wildfire season.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the risk of wildfires is high this year due to rising temperatures linked to climate change. The combination of dry weather and strong winds also increases the likelihood of large-scale wildfires.
In response, the Ministry has decided to increase the disaster special grant by 5 billion won from last year's 10 billion won to 15 billion won.
The funds will be used for installing wildfire surveillance cameras, enhancing firefighting equipment, replacing aging firefighting vehicles, and implementing promotional measures.
Minister of Interior and Safety Yoon Ho-jung emphasized, "A small spark can lead to significant loss of life, so proactive and thorough preparations are necessary ahead of the wildfire season." He urged local governments to utilize this support to strengthen monitoring in vulnerable areas and focus on enhancing on-site response capabilities to protect citizens' lives and property in the event of a wildfire.
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