Icheon City Conducts On-Site Inspections of Resident Evacuation Sites in Preparation for Chemical Accidents

by Lee jonggu

Published 16 Mar.2026 12:12(KST)

Icheon City in Gyeonggi Province (Mayor Kim Gyeonghee) has conducted on-site inspections of designated resident evacuation sites within the city to ensure that residents can evacuate quickly in the event of a chemical accident.

Panoramic view of Icheon City Hall. Provided by Icheon City

The city has designated and manages evacuation sites at educational facilities to prepare for emergencies such as chemical facility accidents. These sites are operated with consideration for accessibility and capacity, so that residents can evacuate safely in the event of an incident.

This year in particular, the city carried out on-site inspections to assess the overall management status of existing designated evacuation sites, including whether their locations are appropriate and the facilities are available for use. Through this, the city aims to ensure that these evacuation sites can function effectively in real emergencies.

An official from Icheon City stated, "Although the probability of a chemical accident occurring is low, it is a type of disaster that requires thorough advance preparation," adding, "We will continue to inspect the management of evacuation sites and the disaster response system to ensure the safety of citizens."

In addition, Icheon City plans to continue inspecting its response systems and safety management activities to prepare for chemical accidents and various other disasters.