Uman 1-dong Strengthens Heat Wave Field Patrols

As extreme heat warnings intensify the sweltering weather, Uman 1-dong in Paldal-gu, Suwon announced on the 6th that it is strengthening field patrols to ensure the safety of elderly residents living alone and vulnerable populations.

The dong is making careful efforts to manage cooling centers, inspecting air conditioning equipment and maintaining appropriate temperatures. It has also installed promotional banners to guide elderly residents vulnerable to heat waves to refrain from going outside under the heat wave advisory, and actively promoted heat wave prevention guidelines.

In addition, it has established a systematic emergency contact system with all available personnel in the community, including welfare committee members, neighborhood chiefs, and residents' councils, to prevent unforeseen accidents caused by extreme heat.

Kim Gyeong-tae, head of Uman 1-dong, said, "Although this is an unprecedented heat wave in history, through the interest and effort of all local residents, it will become an opportunity to overcome the extreme heat while identifying those in welfare blind spots."