The Gyeonggi Province Institute of Health & Environment announced on the 4th that it will conduct a survey on soil dioxin contamination levels at 30 locations in the province, including Suwon.
Dioxin, a carcinogenic substance, is released into the atmosphere from incineration facilities and other sources, then becomes adsorbed onto rainwater and dust, leading to soil contamination. However, South Korea currently has no environmental standards for contamination-related issues in place.
In response, the research institute has selected 30 locations frequently used by residents, such as parks, in 10 cities including Suwon, Seongnam, Goyang, Bucheon, Anyang, Ansan, Yongin, Uijeongbu, Gunpo, and Gwangmyeong. The institute plans to collect samples and investigate contamination levels by the end of the year.
The research institute plans to conduct surveys in these areas periodically each year, monitor the degree of contamination progression, and utilize the findings as data for protecting residents' health and managing regional environmental issues.
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