Mayor Kim Sung-je of Uiwang City Inspects Summer Natural Disaster Response Sites

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Yu Je-sung] Mayor Kim Sung-je of Uiwang City conducted on-site inspections of disaster-vulnerable areas in the city on the 14th to proactively respond to natural disasters such as summer heavy rain, strong winds, and heat waves.

The on-site inspection was organized to prevent damage from summer natural disasters and protect the lives and property of citizens.

During the inspection, Mayor Kim visited disaster-vulnerable areas including the △complex logistics underground underpass △chronic flooding area near Uiwang Station △Ohjeon-cheongye road construction site △Wanggok Stream and others to inspect facility safety management. He particularly focused on ensuring that rapid access control and residents' evacuation procedures can function properly on-site in the event of disasters such as heavy rain and strong winds.

First, at the complex logistics underground underpass, he inspected the operation status of drainage pumps, drainage maintenance conditions, and the vehicle entry blocking system operation to prevent vehicle isolation and flooding damage from heavy rain. He also reviewed emergency contact procedures and on-site response manuals that are applied when weather warnings are issued or flooding risks emerge.

At the chronic flooding area near Uiwang Station, he confirmed the management status of drainage facilities such as storm drains and storm sewers, and emphasized the importance of strengthened surveillance of road flooding risk areas during heavy rain and swift initial response.

Particularly at the Ohjeon-cheongye road construction site, he inspected cut slopes, retaining walls, and areas with concerns of soil runoff, as well as the stacking status of materials in preparation for strong winds and the fixation status of temporary facilities. He also reviewed safety management conditions for construction site workers in preparation for heat waves.

Considering the characteristics of construction sites where outdoor work continues for extended periods, he carefully verified heat wave response systems including △work time adjustments during hot hours △adequate water supply △guaranteed rest periods △operation of sunshades and rest facilities.

At Wanggok Stream, he inspected the management status of embankments and drainage facilities in preparation for rising water levels during heavy rain, and confirmed safety measures for streamside walking paths and low-lying residential areas, as well as access control systems.

Mayor Kim Sung-je stated, "During the summer season, various natural disasters such as heavy rain, typhoons, and heat waves can threaten citizens' safety, so advance inspections and establishing swift response systems are more important than ever." He urged related officials, "For disaster-vulnerable areas, access should be controlled immediately if any signs of danger appear, and residents' evacuation should be able to proceed swiftly by maintaining airtight response systems."

He added, "At construction sites as well, thorough preventive measures against heat-related illnesses should be implemented to ensure worker safety."