Wando Coast Guard Conducts Special Crackdown on Drunk Navigation

Taking Action to Eradicate Hidden Drunk Driving During COVID-19

Wando Coast Guard conducts special crackdowns on drunk driving for all vessels to prevent marine safety accidents and establish a sound marine culture. (Photo by Wando Coast Guard)

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Kyung-pil] Wando Maritime Police Station (Chief Park Je-su) announced on the 24th that starting from the 27th, a special crackdown on drunk navigation will be conducted on all vessels to prevent maritime safety accidents and establish a sound maritime culture.

This drunk navigation crackdown aims to change the perception that enforcement has become lax due to concerns over the spread of infectious diseases caused by COVID-19. The special crackdown will be carried out on passenger ships, fishing boats, ferries, and cargo ships through coordinated efforts between police substations, patrol vessels, and VTS (Vessel Traffic Service) covering sea and land areas.

Additionally, following the strengthening of drunk navigation enforcement standards under the Maritime Safety Act since the 19th of last month, promotional and guidance activities have been conducted from the 18th to the 26th.

Kim Young-nam, Director of Maritime Safety, stated, “Drunk navigation causes various maritime accidents and results in enormous damage to lives and property. We ask for your participation in establishing a proper maritime safety culture.”

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