Daejeon Fire Headquarters Reports Annual Increase in Mountain Accidents, 184 Cases in 2024
Preparing for Autumn Mountain Accidents
Joint Mountain Rescue Drill with Drones and Helicopters Conducted
The number of mountain accidents in the Daejeon region has shown a steady increase, rising from 111 cases in 2023 to 184 cases in 2024.
In response, the Daejeon Fire Headquarters conducted a joint rescue drill on September 30 in the area of Gyejoksanseong Fortress in Daedeok District, utilizing high-performance drones and helicopters to prepare for the expected increase in hikers during the autumn season.
The drill simulated a situation in which a hiker was unable to move due to an ankle fracture. Over 20 personnel participated, including members of the Daejeon Fire Headquarters, the 119 Special Response Unit's Emergency Task Force and Aviation Unit, and the Daedeok Fire Station Rescue Team. Equipment such as high-performance drones and helicopters was deployed.
In particular, the latest drone equipped with 400x zoom and AI recognition capabilities quickly detected the stranded individual and transmitted coordinates to support the ground rescue team's approach. The rescue team safely transported the injured person using a stretcher, and the aviation unit's helicopter then took over and airlifted the patient to Chungnam National University Hospital, thereby verifying the step-by-step collaborative system.
Through this drill, the Daejeon Fire Headquarters comprehensively assessed the detection capability of drones, the mobility of the rescue team, and the transport capacity of the aviation unit, thereby strengthening its multi-dimensional mountain rescue response capabilities.
Especially in autumn, as the number of hikers increases, the risk of accidents rises, making the rescue team's rapid response essential. The Fire Headquarters regularly inspects 45 mountain emergency medical kits and 37 mountain location signposts installed on major hiking trails to prepare for emergencies.
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Kim Munyong, Chief of the Daejeon Fire Headquarters, stated, "We will prioritize citizen safety during the autumn season and do our utmost to protect lives and safety through continuous training with advanced equipment and collaboration."
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