Seoul, July 12: Goyang Mayor Min Kyung seon has conducted an on site inspection of the city’s disaster response system ahead of the monsoon season emphasizing proactive preparedness and rapid response as climate change increases the frequency of extreme weather events.
According to Goyang City, Mayor Min visited the Disaster and Safety Situation Center on July 10 to review the city emergency response framework. The inspection covered disaster response duty systems, management of heavy rainfall prone areas, citizen evacuation procedures, the operational status of key disaster prevention facilities, and coordination among government departments.
The city has been operating its summer disaster management period since May 15, maintaining a 24 hour emergency response system through the Disaster and Safety Situation Center to ensure swift decision making and coordinated action during emergencies.
During the visit Mayor Min stressed that disaster management should focus on prevention rather than recovery. He said the priority is to identify potential risks in advance and prepare thoroughly, adding that protecting citizens’ lives and safety requires a level of preparedness that may appear excessive but is necessary.
Highlighting the growing impact of climate change, the mayor noted that increasingly unpredictable weather, including localized heavy downpours, demands stronger vigilance and more responsive administration. He urged officials to pay close attention to even minor warning signs and strengthen on ground monitoring to minimize disaster risks.
City officials said Goyang maintains a standing emergency response system capable of providing prompt and systematic action whenever disasters occur. They added that continuous inspections of vulnerable areas and site focused preventive measures remain central to the city’s strategy for reducing disaster related damage and creating a safer urban environment.
The inspection reflects Goyang City’s broader efforts to strengthen disaster resilience through improved preparedness, interdepartmental coordination and proactive risk management as South Korea enters the peak monsoon season.