Incheon 119 Ambulance Team Transports 706 COVID-19 Patients Over Two Months

Incheon 119 ambulance team is transporting patients in response to COVID-19.
[Photo by Incheon Fire Headquarters]

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Hyesook] The Incheon 119 Emergency Medical Service has transported a total of 706 patients this year in connection with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), including 78 confirmed cases.

According to the Incheon Fire Headquarters, the data covers the period from January 28 to the 9th of this month, with 9 patients in January, 109 in February, 435 in March, and 153 in April, showing a significant increase in transported patients over time.

This accounts for 2.8% of the total 24,453 emergency transports in the Incheon area during the same period.

In particular, following the expansion of special entry procedures last month, quarantine measures were strengthened for special entrants arriving through the airport. During this process, the 119 EMS was responsible for transportation between the airport, temporary quarantine facilities, and hospitals, leading to a substantial increase in related dispatches. Among those transported were 78 confirmed cases.

Additionally, the volunteer fire brigade has been actively working to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by supporting disinfection efforts 188 times, assisting in mask production 16 times, and supporting 1,055 pharmacies.

An official from the Incheon Fire Headquarters stated, "Since the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak, we have activated the crisis response support headquarters and organized dedicated emergency teams to actively prevent the local spread of COVID-19. We will continue to respond without lowering our guard until COVID-19 is completely eradicated."

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