"Without Fail at Heatwave Sites"... The Role of Jeonnam Volunteer Firefighters Shined

Always Ready to Respond... Playing a Vital Role as 'Provincial Safety Guardians'

The Volunteer Fire Brigade of Jeollanam-do is playing a crucial role as the 'guardian of residents' safety' amid abnormal weather conditions, with heatwaves during the day and tropical nights lasting for more than 20 days.

According to the Jeonnam Fire Headquarters on the 11th, as of the 8th this year, there have been a total of 170 dispatches for heat-related illnesses in the Jeonnam area.

Jeonnam volunteer firefighters are visiting senior centers and other locations to conduct prevention education to prevent heat-related illnesses. [Provided by Jeonnam Fire Headquarters]

By type, there were 43 cases of heatstroke, 82 of heat exhaustion, 30 of heat cramps, and 15 of heat syncope. By age group, those aged 60 and over accounted for 52% (90 people). Additionally, 50.5% (86 cases) of dispatches occurred outdoors in rice paddies, fields, and roads, requiring special caution for elderly outdoor activities.

In response, the Jeonnam Volunteer Fire Brigade has organized daily patrol teams across the province and actively engaged in safety guardian activities, such as delivering beverages in preparation for heat-related illness occurrences.

About 11,000 volunteer firefighters from 540 teams patrol villages from noon to 4 p.m., the vulnerable hours for heatwaves, respond quickly to heat-related illness cases, and encourage outdoor workers to return home. They also actively conduct heatwave response education and urge restraint from outdoor activities by visiting senior centers and other locations.

Oh Seung-hoon, head of the Jeonnam Fire Headquarters, said, "For a safe summer, attention must be paid to heatwave-related weather conditions, and outdoor activities should be avoided during warnings." He added, "Since prompt action is crucial for heat-related illnesses, to secure the golden time, solo outdoor work should be avoided."

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