Mokpo Coast Guard Implements Marine Pollution Reporting Reward System

Anyone Can Receive Up to 3 Million Won Without Limit on the Number of Reports

On May 9, Mokpo Coast Guard Station (Chief Chae Sujun) announced the implementation of the "Marine Pollution Reporting Reward System" to protect the marine environment, prevent pollution incidents, and minimize damage through prompt response to marine pollution accidents.

This system provides rewards to individuals who report witnessing the discharge of pollutants from ships or marine facilities, or discovering pollutants released into the sea. After the reported facts are verified, a reward is given.

Marine Pollution Reporting Reward System Poster. Provided by Mokpo Coast Guard Station.

The amount of the reward ranges from a minimum of 50,000 won to a maximum of 3 million won, depending on the type and quantity of the pollutant. Major cases where rewards have been given include: ▲ the October 2021 cargo ship oil spill accident (2.02 million won), ▲ the July 2022 dredger flooding accident (3 million won), and ▲ the July 2024 passenger ship oil spill accident (300,000 won).

Anyone can file a report by calling the emergency number 119, or by visiting the nearest coast guard station or coast guard substation.

A Mokpo Coast Guard official stated, "Even if a report does not specify the perpetrator of marine pollution, if it aids in detection during on-site investigation, a reward is still provided," and added, "We ask the public not to hesitate to report any signs of marine pollution, as public interest is essential for maintaining a clean marine environment."

Meanwhile, Mokpo Coast Guard is encouraging public participation by distributing posters detailing the reporting methods and reward procedures at coast guard substations and coastal passenger terminals, as well as actively promoting the system through the Mokpo Coast Guard Station website.

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