Published 08 Dec.2022 10:27(KST)
Updated 15 Aug.2025 22:11(KST)
[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Jin-hyung] On the 7th, the Western Fire Station of Gwangju Metropolitan City conducted a "fire safety policy promotion" and "fire safety inspection" at Yeomju Sports Complex in Geumho-dong, Gwangju, where the AI Peppers home game was held, in collaboration with Pepper Savings Bank AI PEPPERS.
As part of the fire safety inspection, Moon Hee-jun, head of the Western Fire Station, conducted a more thorough inspection to ensure a safe and successful event, anticipating a large number of spectators at this game.
The inspection items included ▲checking for hazards around the venue and confirming fire truck access routes ▲confirming evacuation routes in case of fire and checking on-site fire safety equipment.
For fire safety policy promotion, a fire safety booth was operated inside the sports complex to attract the interest of Gwangju citizens in safety, providing a customized fire safety class for spectators, including how to use fire extinguishers.
Additionally, a photo zone featuring the fire safety character Heroongi was installed and operated, promotional materials were distributed, and before the volleyball game, the importance of vehicle fire extinguishers was promoted using the large electronic scoreboard in the stadium, receiving great response and interest from citizens.
Moon Hee-jun, head of the Western Fire Station, stated, "Due to the nature of sports events, where large crowds gather, the risk of accidents is high, so we will take measures to enable rapid initial response in emergencies." He added, "Also, with the recent mandatory installation of vehicle fire extinguishers and growing interest in fire extinguishers, we hope that through this AI PEPPERS volleyball game fire safety class, citizens' initial fire response capabilities will improve and safety will become a part of daily life."
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