Yongin City to Conduct Joint Biological Terrorism Response Drill with Related Agencies on the 28th

[Asia Economy (Yongin) = Reporter Lee Young-gyu] Yongin City, Gyeonggi Province, will conduct a joint drill with related agencies to prepare for and respond to bioterrorism on the 28th at the Jasmine Hall on the 2nd floor of Ramada Yongin Hotel.

Bioterrorism refers to the deliberate release of viruses, bacteria, toxins, or other harmful substances that cause disease or death in humans, animals, or plants.

To respond effectively in the event of bioterrorism, it is necessary to understand the roles of each agency and identify areas for improvement in the comprehensive countermeasures.

The drill will involve initial response agencies for bioterrorism, including the Cheoin-gu Public Health Center, Yongin Fire Station, Yongin Eastern Police Station, the 55th Division Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Support Unit, and the Gyeonggi Province Disease Policy Division.

The training will simulate a bioterrorism scenario involving the smallpox virus using white powder, proceeding through procedures such as initial response by the police station, fire station, and public health center, operation of an on-site emergency clinic for exposed individuals, and environmental disinfection of contaminated areas.

On the day, each agency plans to focus on discussing any points that need improvement in the training scenario.

A city official stated, "This drill is being conducted to minimize casualties and property damage even in unforeseen situations," adding, "We will continue ongoing training and inspections to ensure that initial response agencies for bioterrorism can respond effectively."

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