Gwangju Mayor Park Kwan-yeol expressed his commitment on September 17 to continue on-site safety inspections and awareness campaigns to ensure that merchants and citizens are engaged in fire prevention as the Chuseok holiday approaches.
On this day, Mayor Park conducted a fire prevention safety campaign at Gyeongan Traditional Market in collaboration with relevant agencies, where they also carried out joint inspections of fire hazards and safety facilities within the market.
Prior to the Chuseok holiday, Mayor Park visited the traditional market to assess fire prevention measures and the overall safety management of the area.
He reiterated that 'citizen safety is the top priority.'
This campaign was organized in anticipation of increased foot traffic at traditional markets during Chuseok, taking into account the high usage of electrical and gas facilities, to proactively check for fire hazards and raise safety awareness among merchants and citizens.
During his visit, Mayor Park informed merchants and market visitors about the importance of fire prevention and reviewed the safety management situation.
The campaign included practical fire prevention guidelines, such as shutting off electrical and gas facilities after business hours, unplugging unused electrical devices, checking the location and usage of fire extinguishers, and removing any obstructions around fire safety equipment.
Following this, a joint safety inspection involving experts from various fields focused on verifying the safety of facilities and management practices at Gyeongan Traditional Market.
The inspection team was divided into groups specializing in construction, electrical, gas, fire safety, and food hygiene, assessing the safety status of structures, the management of electrical systems and circuit breakers, gas explosion and fire prevention measures, and the condition of fire extinguishers and evacuation facilities.
Particularly, any identified hazards during the inspection were addressed immediately on-site or communicated to relevant parties for prompt improvement, emphasizing the prevention of potential accidents.
Citizens visiting the traditional market responded positively to the simultaneous fire prevention and safety inspections ahead of Chuseok.
One citizen remarked, 'With many people visiting the market during the holidays, safety is paramount. It’s reassuring to have the facilities checked and to be informed of prevention measures in advance.'
Mayor Park Kwan-yeol emphasized, 'We will do our utmost to ensure that citizens can enjoy a comfortable and safe holiday.'
Meanwhile, Mayor Park continues to conduct safety inspections and assessments of local businesses and markets in preparation for the Chuseok holiday, aiming to promote a safe holiday experience for citizens and invigorate the local economy.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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