The city of Gwangju will conduct a civil defense drill on August 20, in conjunction with the Ulchi exercise, to prepare for potential air raids. This will be the first drill since the city was integrated.
The exercise aims to enhance citizens' ability to respond quickly and safely in the event of an air raid. It will take place simultaneously across the country, focusing on evacuation procedures and educating residents on emergency response protocols.
At 2 p.m. on August 20, a siren will sound for one minute to signal the start of the air raid alert, prompting citizens to move to the nearest civil defense shelter or safe underground area.
Locations of the shelters can be found using Naver or Daum search engines, or by searching for 'civil defense shelter' in mapping applications like Safety Step, Naver, Kakao, or T-map.
Inside the shelters, residents will listen to radio broadcasts and receive training on emergency response protocols. The alert will be lifted around 2:15 p.m., allowing residents to return to normal activities.
The drill will conclude with the lifting of the alert at approximately 2:20 p.m.
This exercise will also include training on finding shelters, wearing gas masks, and ensuring smooth passage for emergency vehicles.
Participation in the drill will also be encouraged at large facilities such as supermarkets, department stores, and cinemas.
Prior to the drill, Gwangju city officials will inspect civil defense shelters and alert systems, and deploy personnel to guide citizens to safety.
In particular, plans will be established to prevent heat-related illnesses and ensure the safety of vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and disabled, who may have difficulty evacuating.
Kim Jun-young, head of the Gwangju City Safety Office, stated, "This civil defense drill is significant as it is the first conducted since the integration of Gwangju. It emphasizes our commitment to protecting the lives and safety of our citizens as a unified community. I encourage all citizens to actively participate in the drill."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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