Guri Mayor Baek Kyunghyun: "We Will Make the Traditional Market a Safe Place to Visit"

Strengthening Preventive Measures for the Safety of Traditional Market Visitors Ahead of the Chuseok Holiday

Guri City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Baek Kyunghyun) announced on September 29 that it had conducted safety inspections targeting Guri Traditional Market ahead of the 2025 Chuseok holiday.

Guri City is conducting safety inspections targeting Guri Traditional Market ahead of the 2025 Chuseok holiday. Photo by Guri City

This inspection was carried out as a joint effort involving the Guri City Safety Management Division, Job and Economy Division, and Road Division, as well as related organizations such as the Guri Fire Station, Korea Gas Safety Corporation, and Korea Electrical Safety Corporation, allowing for a more thorough and detailed inspection.

The inspection was conducted by category, covering facilities, fire safety, electricity, and gas. The team focused on checking for damage to major structures, the proper functioning of gas shutoff valves, alarms, and circuit breakers, the placement of fire extinguishers, and the securing of evacuation routes. Minor issues were immediately addressed on site.

Baek Kyunghyun, Mayor of Guri City, stated, "We expect many citizens to visit Guri Traditional Market ahead of the Chuseok holiday," adding, "We will do our utmost to prevent safety accidents so that everyone can use the traditional market with peace of mind."

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