As the Ministry of the Interior and Safety has been operating the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters in relation to the 'heat wave' for four days, Minister Yoon Ho-jung (Minister of the Interior and Safety) said, "The government will mobilize all available resources to respond to the heat wave, aiming to minimize casualties."
Minister Yoon held a meeting of the Central Disaster Countermeasure Headquarters for responding to the heat wave disaster situation on the 28th and stated, "Record rainfall has ended, and the heat wave continues daily."
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, heat wave warnings have been issued for most regions across the country, and tropical nights are expected to persist for some time. In response, the government raised the heat wave crisis alert to 'severity' on the 25th and activated the Central Disaster Countermeasure Headquarters.
Minister Yoon noted, "Please ensure that the disaster victims affected by wildfires and heavy rainfall do not suffer secondary damages from the heat wave" and added, "Assist so that the recovery and search personnel are not exposed to heat-related illnesses and have no inconveniences in their activities."
He added, "Enhance monitoring activities for residents of small rooms, homeless individuals, and vulnerable elderly people who are susceptible to heat waves, and ensure that outdoor workers, who must work for their livelihoods, are provided ample rest time during heat waves." He also requested management to prevent safety accidents in key vacation spots such as rivers, valleys, and beaches, along with summer festivals and performance venues. He urged preparation for issues such as ▲livestock deaths ▲damage to infrastructure like roads and railways ▲and power supply interruptions.
Minister Yoon stated, "This summer is expected to be hotter than any other summer" and added, "Please refrain from outdoor activities as much as possible during the day, and ensure you stay hydrated to have a healthy summer."