Gangjin Fire Station Distributes Paper Soap to Students for 'Evacuate First in Case of Fire' Campaign

Approximately 3,000 paper soaps engraved with the phrase "Evacuate First in Case of Fire" were distributed to all students in 28 elementary, middle, and high schools throughout Gangjin-gun. ⓒ Asia Economy

[Gangjin＝Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-su] Jeonnam Gangjin Fire Station (Chief Yoon Kang-yeol) announced on the 31st that on the 29th, it distributed about 3,000 paper soaps engraved with the phrase "Evacuate First in Case of Fire" to all students of 28 elementary, middle, and high schools in Gangjin County.

This paper soap distribution was carried out to encourage frequent handwashing with an easy-to-carry item to prevent COVID-19 infection and ensure a safe winter vacation, and to help students recognize evacuation procedures in case of fire through the phrase "Evacuate First in Case of Fire" printed on the box.

Additionally, they promoted posting on SNS with the hashtag "#EvacuateFirstInCaseOfFire HandwashingFirstForInfectionPrevention" to raise awareness among residents and foster a voluntary safety environment among students.

A Gangjin Fire Station official said, "In the era of COVID-19, we hope that by making handwashing a habit to prevent infection and always remembering to evacuate first in case of fire, people can respond safely when a fire occurs."

Gangjin=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yong-su kys86120@asiae.co.kr

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