Jeonnam Fire Headquarters Selected '2019 Hero Firefighters'

Jongdu Park, Yunseong Jo, and Duyoung Na, Firefighters from Jeonnam

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Jeonnam Fire Headquarters (Chief Ma Jaeyoon) announced on the 3rd that it awarded the title of ‘2019 Hero Firefighter of the Year’ and the Governor’s Commendation to three on-site firefighters who contributed to protecting the precious lives and property of residents through dedicated disaster response activities.

The ‘Hero Firefighter of the Year’ award is given to employees who have faithfully performed their duties with a dedicated and proactive attitude at frontline fire stations, greatly contributing to the safety of Jeonnam.

Since 2014, three firefighters have been awarded annually to boost the morale of fire officials.

The 2019 Hero Firefighters selected were Fire Sergeant Park Jongdu (44) of Gwangyang Fire Station, Fire Lieutenant Jo Yunseong (46) of Gangjin Fire Station, and Fire Lieutenant Na Duyeong (51) of Muan Fire Station.

They demonstrated a strong sense of national duty and mission at various disaster sites, and were especially recognized as exemplary and leading seniors and juniors in their work attitude, receiving many recommendations from colleagues.

Chief Ma Jaeyoon said, “We will continue to expand encouragement policies such as various commendations and performance-based incentives for employees who do their best on the front lines for residents’ safety, perform their duties devotedly, and set an example for their colleagues.”

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