Changwon Coast Guard Issues 'Advisory' for Coastal Area Hazard Forecast on the 8th

Prevention of Coastal Safety Accidents Due to Indirect Effects of Typhoons

Changwon Maritime Police are conducting a water rescue training exercise. (Photo by Changwon Maritime Police Agency)

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kang Sharon] The Changwon Maritime Police in Gyeongnam announced on the 8th that it will issue a 'caution' under the coastal safety accident risk forecast system due to a storm warning in the eastern Namhae offshore area starting early morning.

According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, due to the indirect influence of Typhoon No. 14 CHAN-HOM moving northward toward Japan, strong winds of 10 to 16 m/s and waves as high as 4 to 6 meters are expected along the Jeju and Yeongnam coastal areas.

Accordingly, the Changwon Maritime Police issued the 'caution' level of the risk forecast system out of concern for safety accidents, strengthened publicity through police substation electronic signboards and preventive patrols, and plans to use two large electronic signboards operated by local governments, 116 resident center promotional TVs, and each coastal disaster broadcasting system to inform the public.

In addition, the maritime substations will conduct safety guidance activities targeting visitors in dangerous areas such as breakwaters, beaches, and rocky shores, and will strengthen patrols and inspections to prevent accidents.

A Changwon Maritime Police official said, "There have been repeated casualties due to surge waves recently," and urged, "Please refrain from reckless fishing and leisure activities during bad weather."

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