Mokpo City to Operate 'Shade Shelter' in Preparation for Upcoming Summer Heat

Foldable Shade Tents Installed at 88 Locations to Prepare for Heatwave

Using the shade shelters installed at crosswalks helps to avoid ultraviolet rays and heat, effectively serving as a protector of citizens' health during the summer. Photo by Mokpo City

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Seung-hyun Jeong] Mokpo City in Jeonnam announced on the 27th that it will operate heatwave prevention shade shelters at a total of 88 locations for four months until September 30th to prepare for the upcoming summer heatwave.

The city will install and operate shade shelters mainly at points with heavy foot traffic where pedestrians wait for signals, such as crosswalks at intersections and traffic islands, considering sidewalk widths to avoid inconvenience to pedestrians.

Additionally, a dedicated manager will be appointed to inspect the condition of the shade shelters weekly, and in case of weather anomalies such as typhoons and strong winds, safety measures will be taken by folding and securing the shelters.

A city official stated, “Due to climate change, the heat is arriving earlier and heatwaves are becoming more severe,” adding, “We will do our utmost to prepare for the heatwave so that citizens can spend the summer more comfortably and safely.”

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