Jae-yoon Mae, Head of Jeonnam Fire Headquarters, Has a Special Meeting with Students of Nambu University

Lecture on Voices from the Field and the Role of Firefighters

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Ma Jaeyoon, head of the Jeonnam Fire Headquarters, recently visited Nambu University and had a special meeting with students majoring in Emergency Rescue.

According to the Jeonnam Fire Headquarters on the 16th, Ma's special lecture was arranged to directly share vivid voices from the field and practical knowledge with the students.

Head Ma emphasized the vision of firefighting and the role of firefighters in disaster situations.

In particular, he cited the recent fire at a hospital in Goheung as an example, sharing his experience as the on-site commander at the time, explaining how continuous field-centered training prioritizing life rescue leads to results in the field, continuing the lecture for 120 minutes.

A student at Nambu University said, “For me, who dreams of becoming a firefighter, this was a more meaningful and beneficial time than any other lecture,” and added, “I will study hard to become a firefighter equipped with the ability and qualities to ensure the safety of the people at fire and disaster sites.”

Ma Jaeyoon, head of the Jeonnam Fire Headquarters, quoted President Moon Jae-in’s words, “Do your best to save lives and make sure to come back alive,” and said, “When you become firefighters, please strive to become honorable firefighters before the people.”

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