Hong Nampyo, Changwon Special City Mayor, "I Will Take the Lead in Protecting Citizens' Lives and Property"
On-site Inspection of Major Disaster Prevention Facilities in the District in Preparation for Heavy Rainfall
Hong Nampyo, Mayor of Changwon Special City in Gyeongnam, conducted a comprehensive inspection of major disaster prevention facilities operated and managed within the jurisdiction in preparation for heavy rainfall.
On the 13th, Mayor Hong first visited the Palyong Drainage Pump Station, a key disaster prevention facility in the area, focusing on checking the drainage pump test operation and operational status, the drainage condition of the retention basin, and the operation of sluice gates to ensure the normal operation of the facilities.
Hong Nampyo, Mayor of Changwon Special City in Gyeongnam, conducted a comprehensive inspection of major disaster prevention facilities in preparation for heavy rainfall.
View original imageIn particular, Mayor Hong emphasized strengthening the proactive response system for urban-type casualties (such as underground spaces, urban riversides, and floodplains) caused by extreme rainfall and sudden downpours due to abnormal climate. He also urged the officials on site to make every effort to minimize damage to citizens' lives and property through continuous management and inspection of disaster prevention facilities.
Mayor Hong then stated, “Nothing is more important than the safety of citizens in Changwon Special City,” adding, “We will further strengthen the response system against various disasters such as heavy rainfall and typhoon invasions to take the lead in protecting citizens' lives and property.”
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Changwon Special City operates and manages 16 drainage pump stations and 5 stormwater retention facilities as disaster prevention facilities. To ensure optimal disaster prevention functions during the recurring monsoon and heavy rainfall seasons every year, the management departments (Disaster Response Officer and Safety and Construction Divisions of each district office) are designated to conduct regular inspections of the facilities.
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