Kim Kyun-ho, Gwangju Seo-gu Council Member, Proposes 'Facility Management Measures for Heavy Rain Preparedness'

Kim Kyun-ho, a member of the Gwangju Metropolitan City Seo-gu Council, announced on the 30th that he proposed a "Facility Management Plan for Accident Preparedness Due to Heavy Rainfall" through a 5-minute free speech at the 2nd plenary session of the 313th extraordinary meeting.

According to the data confirmed by Councilor Kim, in the case of related facilities such as rainwater inlets, when garbage and other debris accumulate, flooding progresses three times faster than average due to backflow phenomena.

Currently, there are 16,261 rainwater inlets installed in Seo-gu, which are cleaned and managed by the administrative welfare centers.

Councilor Kim proposed measures to prepare for flooding accidents, including ▲ establishing a concrete management and inspection system such as statistical management of rainwater inlets ▲ strengthening safety facility markings ▲ operating a frequent patrol inspection team and a resident reporting system ▲ enhancing publicity for heavy rainfall preparedness.

He further noted that although there are a total of 19,012 manholes in Seo-gu, there are no fall-prevention facilities installed in manholes, and recommended proactive installation starting with habitual flooding areas.

Additionally, he pointed out that the sewage gatekeepers installed at Gwangcheon 1·2 Bridge, Gwangam Bridge, Geukrak Bridge, and Seochang Bridge are not properly managed, rendering them ineffective during river flooding, and emphasized the need for active consideration of related measures such as ▲ gatekeeper management systems ▲ additional installation of barriers and warning lights.

Councilor Kim mentioned the damage caused by the 32-day-long monsoon heavy rainfall in our region this year, stating, "Only by preparing and responding proactively and preemptively to climate and environmental changes can safety be secured, and if the local community unites, greater crises can be effectively managed. I would like to express my gratitude to the Seo-gu Office public officials, including the Construction Department and Sewage Team, who worked hard to minimize damage during the heavy rainfall period."

Shin Dong-ho, Honam Reporting Headquarters, Asia Economy bless4ya@asiae.co.kr

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