Minimizing Casualties Through Emergency Response by Colleague on Emergency Duty

Dong staff quickly provided first aid to a resident bleeding from a bicycle accident during heavy rain

Safely delivered belongings and thoroughly guided support policies

Gangdong-gu (Mayor Lee Suhee) announced that although a resident was injured when their bicycle slipped on a rainy road, the prompt first aid by a dong staff member on emergency duty minimized casualties.

On the 11th, when heavy rain fell, the Gangdong-gu Flood and Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters implemented level 2 emergency duty across departments and dong community centers. Accordingly, Sangil 2-dong (Dong Chief Kim Yangsu) formed a two-person river patrol team to inspect areas prone to river flooding and flood damage, such as Godeokcheon Stream and near Sangil 3 Bridge.

The patrolling staff witnessed a bicycle slipping on a slope in front of an apartment in Sangil-dong. The resident riding the bicycle was injured and bleeding heavily around the eyes. At the time of the accident, heavy rain was falling at 37mm per hour, and the location was close to the apartment parking lot entrance, creating a dangerous situation where additional accidents could occur from vehicles entering the parking lot.

Recognizing the situation, the staff promptly called 119 emergency services, reassured the resident as much as possible, and evacuated them to a safe area. Shortly after, rescue personnel arrived, provided first aid, and transported the resident to a hospital in Seongnae-dong. The resident was discharged after suturing the wound but was confirmed to require outpatient treatment for several days.

Meanwhile, Sangil 2-dong confirmed the resident’s residence and safely delivered any belongings left behind to the management office. During this process, they met the resident’s guardian, explained the situation, and provided detailed guidance on available support policies (Gangdong-gu Resident Bicycle Insurance).

Kim Yangsu, Dong Chief of Sangil 2-dong, said, “Although a sudden accident occurred while performing emergency duty for the safety and life of residents, prompt initial response prevented greater casualties. The injured resident and their guardian also expressed gratitude for the meticulous administration of the district office. We will continue local patrols to do our best to protect the safety, lives, and property of our residents.”

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