Han Deok-su: "Unprecedented Climate Crisis Becoming Routine, Heat Also a Disaster"

Prime Minister Han Duck-soo emphasized on the 6th that “an unprecedented climate crisis is becoming normalized” and that “when the heat crosses a certain line, it becomes a disaster that can take human lives.”

On the same day, Prime Minister Han stated on his Facebook, “Several people have lost their lives due to heat-related illnesses just over this past weekend. My heart feels heavy,” expressing his concern.

The Prime Minister said, “The government has been operating the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters since the 31st of last month to respond to the heatwave,” adding, “Local governments are also supplementing heat shelters and thoroughly inspecting heat reduction facilities to ensure there are no issues.” He further explained, “Many public officials are working on the front lines to prevent anyone from being exposed to the heat and falling into danger.”

He continued, “I am especially worried about the elderly and those working outdoors,” urging, “Elderly people engaged in greenhouse or field farming should avoid excessive outdoor work and rest in air-conditioned places. No matter how precious crops are, they are not more valuable than life.”

Prime Minister Han also stated, “Workers at construction sites and delivery drivers must be protected,” and requested, “Please observe appropriate protective measures such as adjusting working hours at all workplaces nationwide.”

He concluded, “Until the heatwave subsides, the government will respond with full force to minimize damage, believing that nothing is more important than the lives of the people,” and mentioned, “I hope all citizens listen carefully to weather updates and spend the summer safely.”

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