Seocho District to Fully Replace 11,000 Security Lights with AI and IoT-Enabled Smart Lights

Establishing a Safe Nighttime Walking Environment by 2027

Seocho District in Seoul (District Mayor Jeon Seongsoo) announced on November 14 that it will replace all 11,090 security lights in the district with smart security lights equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technology by 2027.

Smart Security Lights in Seocho District. Provided by Seocho District.

The smart security lights are equipped with a system that automatically detects malfunctions and abnormal conditions and transmits this information to the control server in real time. This enables a proactive response, moving away from traditional manual inspections, and is expected to reduce inconvenience and complaints from residents, as well as allow for preemptive measures against dangerous situations.

Seocho District has been focusing on installing smart security lights in areas with high concentrations of multi-family housing, school zones, and safe routes home for women-locations that are typically dark and pose a higher risk of accidents. Currently, 4,739 out of the total 11,090 security lights, or approximately 43%, have been replaced with smart security lights, and the district plans to complete the replacement for the remaining areas as well.

Additionally, by linking with the “Seoul Safe App,” the district is operating an “Emergency Report-Video Surveillance Service,” which allows security lights to switch to emergency flashing mode and automatically notifies the control center when a smartphone is shaken in an emergency. Through this initiative, Seocho District aims to reduce the risk of nighttime crime and accidents and create a safer walking environment for residents returning home at night.

Jeon Seongsoo, Mayor of Seocho District, stated, “I hope that the installation of smart security lights will make Seocho’s streets at night smarter and safer,” adding, “We will ensure the installation is completed smoothly so that all residents can return home without worry.”

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