Suwon to Continue Inspections of Hazard-Prone Facilities in Preparation for Typhoon 'Bavi'

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Seo Dong-young] Suwon City has launched ongoing inspections of accident-prone facilities in preparation for the northward advance of Typhoon 'Bavi' (No. 8).

On the 25th, the city inspected approximately 3,280 facilities including advertisements (signboards and banners), large construction sites and general building construction sites, shade structures, commercial stockpiles, religious facilities (spires), and street trees, and implemented safety measures.

Shade structures were folded and secured firmly, and support posts for street trees were reinforced. Additionally, trees at risk of disaster damage near waterways were removed, and drainage facilities at underground passages were inspected.

On the 25th, the city held an emergency response meeting chaired by Mayor Yeom Tae-young and entered an emergency operations posture. The city plans to continue focused inspections of accident-prone facilities until the area is completely out of the typhoon's influence.

Mayor Yeom Tae-young stated, "Through thorough preparation, we can minimize damage," and urged citizens, "Please carefully inspect items and facilities around your living areas to prevent damage from strong winds." He added, "If you discover any seemingly dangerous facilities in the vicinity, please report them immediately."

The Korea Meteorological Administration expects Typhoon Bavi to pass over the sea west of Jeju Island on the 26th and move northward along the West Sea from that night through the early morning of the 27th. The Gyeonggi region is expected to enter the typhoon's strong wind zone starting in the evening of the 26th (6-9 p.m.).