Sangmin Lee Visits Itaewon for the First Time After Returning to Work... "Ensuring No Accidents"

Minister of the Interior and Safety Lee Sang-min conducted an inspection of safety measures on the 28th ahead of the '10·29 Disaster 1st Anniversary.' This was Minister Lee's first visit to Itaewon since returning to work after the impeachment dismissal.

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Minister Lee stated, "I hope the responsible officials currently in place will devise a safety system to ensure that no accidents occur, at least in this area," and added, "Please make sure that the measures prepared this time become a 'legacy' later on."

Minister Lee visited the Itaewon disaster site, laid flowers, and observed a moment of silence for about 10 seconds. He also read condolence messages written by citizens on post-it notes. Minister Lee said, "Please conduct inspections as accidents could occur unexpectedly in other areas besides this one."

He expressed concern about a balloon effect, saying, "It is expected that more people will visit Hongdae than Itaewon, so there is concern about a balloon effect," and added, "Since events without organizers can pose risks at any time, please monitor in advance and prepare accordingly."

Minister Lee concluded, "I will do my best to spread a culture of safety so that such disasters do not recur and the sacrifices of the victims are not in vain."

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