Gangseo-gu Takes Measures to Prevent Landslides Ahead of the Rainy Season

Slope Protection Projects in Landslide-Prone Areas Such as Gaehwasan and Bongjesan

Gangseo-gu, Seoul (Mayor Jin Gyo-hoon) is making every effort to prevent landslides ahead of the rainy season. From January to June this year, the district invested a total budget of 500 million KRW to complete erosion control projects at five sites around Gaehwasan and Bongjesan, areas at risk of landslides.

Erosion control projects involve measures to prevent soil from being washed away or covering residential areas and roads due to typhoons or heavy rainfalls during the summer.

The district repaired aging drainage channels within forested areas and carried out construction to install stone walls and earth retaining structures on slopes to prevent soil from sliding down. Additionally, they removed rotten or broken trees and completed tree planting in areas vulnerable to soil runoff.

Along with this, the district operates a landslide prevention task force to strengthen patrols in vulnerable areas. The task force will conduct patrols and inspections of vulnerable zones and erosion control facilities, support emergency restoration of landslide-affected sites, and carry out public awareness activities to prevent landslides.

Furthermore, in the event of heavy rain forecasts, the district plans to maintain a 24-hour emergency response system to prepare for disasters such as landslides, steep slope collapses, and ground subsidence, focusing all efforts on landslide prevention and response.

Mayor Jin Gyo-hoon stated, “Since landslides can cause not only property damage but also large-scale loss of life, prevention is of utmost importance,” adding, “We will strive to protect residents’ lives and property through thorough inspections and preparations.”

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