Jungnang-gu Holds Emergency Flood Control Meeting in Preparation for Typhoon 'Khanun'

Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, Chairs Emergency Flood Control Meeting on the Afternoon of the 8th to Prepare for Typhoon No. 6 ‘Khanun’

Jungnang-gu (Mayor Ryu Kyung-gi) held an emergency flood control meeting on the afternoon of the 8th to prepare for the northward approach of Typhoon No. 6, ‘Khanun.’

The meeting aimed to check preemptive measures as Typhoon ‘Khanun’ is expected to directly affect all regions of South Korea.

Since the 4th, the district has conducted pre-inspections and maintenance on rainwater inlets, rainwater pumping stations, drainage gates, and disaster early warning facilities. Vulnerable facilities such as underground passages, embankments, steep slopes, as well as tents and outdoor signboards susceptible to strong wind damage, were thoroughly inspected. Safety measures at construction sites within the district were also checked, and preparations were made to control dangerous areas such as riverside walking trails in case of the typhoon’s approach.

Additionally, a thorough situation reporting system was established to enable swift response in the event of damage.

Ryu Kyung-gi, Mayor of Jungnang-gu, stated, “The safety of our residents is always the top priority. Since heavy rain and strong winds are expected, we will carry out thorough pre-inspections and swift responses to fully protect our residents.” He added, “We also urge residents to familiarize themselves with typhoon preparedness guidelines to minimize damage and exercise special caution.”

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