As the Chuseok holiday coincides with the peak season for fall fishing, the Mokpo Coast Guard has initiated safety inspections in anticipation of increased fishing boat usage.
On September 18, Mokpo Coast Guard Chief Choi Won-sik visited key fishing areas to assess safety management measures aimed at preventing maritime accidents, the agency reported on September 19.
The inspection was prompted by expectations of a rise in fishing enthusiasts during the Chuseok holiday, coupled with the fall fishing season. The aim was to identify potential hazards in advance.
Chief Choi first visited the North Port police station to review safety management conditions at the ports and harbors used by fishing boats.
He then boarded a coastal rescue vessel to examine risk factors along major shipping routes in Mokpo and to focus on safety management in the fishing zones around Peace Plaza and Samho.
Choi also took time to listen to the concerns of fishing boat operators regarding challenges faced during operations and safety management issues, noting areas that require improvement.
To minimize the risk of injuries in the event of an accident, he urged strict adherence to safety protocols, including wearing life jackets and managing passenger lists.
Choi Won-sik, Chief of the Mokpo Coast Guard, stated, "With the overlap of the fall fishing season and the Chuseok holiday, the risk of accidents increases due to the rise in fishing enthusiasts. Therefore, proactive on-site inspections are crucial. We will do our utmost to ensure safe maritime management through route monitoring and patrols in hazardous areas so that the public can enjoy fishing activities with peace of mind."
Meanwhile, the Mokpo Coast Guard plans to enhance safety management in ports and key fishing areas in response to the anticipated increase in fishing boat users during the Chuseok holiday and fall fishing season.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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