Kim Su-young, Gwangju Seo-gu Council Member, Establishes Disaster Preparedness Resident Safety Measures

Kim Su-young, a member of the Gwangju Seo-gu Council, announced on the 31st through a 5-minute free speech during the 2nd plenary session of the 313th extraordinary meeting that “accidents caused by road potholes have been occurring frequently after the recent heavy rains,” and requested the Seo-gu Office Chief to promptly repair the roads to alleviate residents' inconvenience and ensure safety.

Councilor Kim stated, “Natural disasters caused by abnormal climate phenomena are at a serious level. Even if it requires significant cost and time, fundamental solutions to prepare for natural disasters are necessary,” and emphasized, “Proactive measures are needed to cope with the intensifying disasters.”

He continued, “Roads where potholes mainly occur should be paved with high-strength asphalt to prevent pothole formation, reduce the possibility of recurrence, ensure safety, and decrease budget consumption caused by accident compensation.”

In response, Seo-gu stated, that they are making efforts to reduce the risk of safety accidents by promptly repairing potholes once reports are received.

Meanwhile, accidents caused by potholes can be compensated by claiming damages from the road management authority. Seo-gu has processed 16 pothole compensation cases this year.

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

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