Seongbuk-gu, Donam Market and Other Traditional Markets Undergo 8th Intensive Disinfection

8th Disinfection for 536 Stores in 7 Traditional Markets on April 1-2

The scene of the 7th disinfection and quarantine operation being carried out at Donam Market

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Seongbuk-gu (Mayor Lee Seung-ro) is conducting the 8th intensive disinfection operation to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to allow residents to use traditional markets with peace of mind.

The target includes 536 stores in 7 traditional markets located in Seongbuk-gu (Donam, Jeongneung, Jeongneung Arirang, Gireum, Jangwi, Dolgoti, Bamnamugol). The period for this 8th intensive disinfection operation is from April 1 to April 2.

Seongbuk-gu has conducted a total of 7 intensive disinfections targeting traditional markets since February 12, before COVID-19 began to spread widely in Korea. According to Seongbuk-gu officials, they have eliminated residents' concerns by carrying out more thorough disinfection in cooperation with professional disinfection companies.

The merchant associations of the 7 traditional markets also worked closely. They disinfect the markets at least three times a week on their own and have made it mandatory for merchants to wear masks, so that customers can use the traditional markets with confidence.

Hand sanitizers and infection prevention guideline notices were placed in locations frequently used by visitors to raise residents' awareness.

One merchant said, "Although the number of customers visiting traditional markets has noticeably decreased due to COVID-19, the district office and merchants cooperate to disinfect regularly and place hand sanitizers and notices in visible places, so more visitors say the traditional markets are safe. We do not give up hope for economic recovery."

Lee Seung-ro, Mayor of Seongbuk-gu, said, "Thanks to the active cooperation of traditional market merchants, disinfection and sanitation work is proceeding smoothly," and added, "As we are focusing administrative efforts on the early end of COVID-19 and revitalization of the local economy, we ask for the cooperation and support of merchants and residents."

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