Gwangju Apartment Security Guard Prevents Major Fire with 'Residential Fire Extinguisher'

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] It has recently come to light that a security guard stopped an apartment fire from spreading into a large-scale blaze using a fire extinguisher, drawing attention.

According to the Gwangju Nambu Fire Station, around 3 p.m. on the 25th, smoke and fire broke out from an electrical outlet inside an apartment unit in Nam-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City.

Security guard A (61), who happened to be conducting an electrical inspection, used a residential fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire in its early stages and immediately reported it to 119, preventing major damage.

A is known to be friendly and diligent in his duties, earning strong trust from the apartment residents.

A said, “The safety training I received from the fire station on how to use fire extinguishers and respond to disasters such as fires was a great help in handling the situation,” and added, “I will continue to do my best for the safety and happiness of the residents.”

The Nambu Fire Station plans to award a commendation recognizing the security guard’s contribution in reducing casualties and property damage through his prompt initial response.

A representative from the Nambu Fire Station said, “Residential fire extinguishers play a major role in the early stages of a fire before fire trucks arrive,” and added, “We plan to continuously distribute residential fire safety equipment to vulnerable groups.”

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