18 Citizens and Firefighters Recognized by Minister of the Interior for Rescue Efforts at Major Disaster Site

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Suhwan] The Ministry of the Interior and Safety announced on the 28th that it will award ministerial commendations to 18 individuals who contributed to accident management and rescue efforts at disaster sites this year, including Mr. Hansanghoon, who rescued three residents using a ladder truck during an apartment fire accident in Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi-do earlier this month.

Mr. Han, who operates a ladder truck company, witnessed the flames while waiting in the apartment parking lot to transport interior materials and immediately operated his ladder truck to rescue residents on the 12th floor. He then discovered two students requesting rescue on the 15th floor and risked danger by releasing the safety device that limits the working height of the ladder truck to save them.

In addition to Mr. Han, 18 recipients were selected, including citizens and firefighters who risked their lives to rescue people during the April fire at the Icheon logistics center, the July fire at the Yongin logistics center, the August ship capsizing accident at Uiamho Lake in Chuncheon, the October fire at Ulsan Samhwan Arnuvo, and the November fishing boat capsizing accident in Incheon.

The Ministry of the Interior and Safety explained, "The decision was made after comprehensively considering the merits of the individuals who contributed to the early resolution of disasters and the reasons for recommendation by their affiliated organizations."

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