Acting President Lee Joo-ho, who also serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, visited the restoration site in Sancheong, Gyeongsangnam-do, on 27th to check on the damage from the wildfires that occurred in March.
On that day, Acting President Lee was briefed by Sancheong County on the status of relief for victims and the recovery plan for the wildfires. He later urged for careful support, including meals, daily necessities, and psychological stability, so that the victims could swiftly return to normal life. He also instructed that thorough measures be taken for hygiene management and disease prevention during the summer.
Following this, Acting President Lee visited Sangji Village, which was affected by the wildfires, to inspect the restoration status of slopes made dangerous by the fires. He said, "While the recovery should be expedited, please also pay attention to safety," and advised, "In preparation for the upcoming rainy season, please ensure thorough damage prevention measures such as installing bypass drains to prevent rainwater or soil from flowing into the village."
Acting President Lee also noted, "The government will do its best for the rapid recovery and support for living stability in all affected areas, including Sancheong County."
Earlier, the wildfires that occurred in March in Sancheong, Gyeongsangnam-do, spread to nearby Hadong, burning a total of 3,397 hectares. This area was larger than the 1,858 hectares initially estimated by forest authorities, equivalent to the size of 4,600 soccer fields.