Jeonnam Fire Department Conducts 'Special Fire Inspection' Ahead of Chuseok Holiday... 34 Sites Found with Deficiencies

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] Numerous fire safety violations were detected at multi-use facilities in the Jeonnam region.

The Jeonnam Fire Headquarters (Chief Kim Joil) announced on the 7th that they conducted a joint special fire inspection with related agencies over the past month targeting multi-use facilities across the province in preparation for the Chuseok holiday.

As a result of inspecting 121 locations including traditional markets, large supermarkets, passenger ship terminals, and major tourist sites, a total of 34 locations were found to have violations and were issued correction orders.

Among these, one location was fined, and three locations were additionally referred to the respective city or county authorities for violations of the Building Act.

The main violations included ▲ unauthorized blocking of fire facilities and malfunctioning fire equipment ▲ negligence in managing evacuation and fire prevention facilities ▲ unauthorized expansion and use of buildings.

Chief Kim Joil stated, “We will continue to provide fire prevention guidance to those responsible for fire-vulnerable buildings so that residents can have a happy and safe Chuseok holiday,” and added, “During the Chuseok holiday period, we will strengthen patrols in fire-prone areas such as traditional markets and large supermarkets to ensure that not a single major fire occurs.”

Meanwhile, the Jeonnam Fire Headquarters plans to deploy 15,319 personnel and 784 pieces of equipment for special alert duty during the Chuseok holiday period.

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