Gwangju Mayor Park Kwan-yeol has initiated a proactive response system to ensure citizen safety in anticipation of heavy snowfall and cold weather this winter.
On November 9, Mayor Park conducted an inspection of the 2026-2027 winter snow removal measures, focusing on the operation of key snow removal facilities and equipment, as well as the implementation of winter road safety strategies.
This inspection aimed to minimize traffic accidents and public inconvenience caused by winter snowfall and ice, establishing a preemptive response system for efficient snow removal operations during heavy snow events.
During the inspection, Mayor Park reviewed the status of snow removal preparations, checking the storage conditions of deicing materials and the operational status of snow removal vehicles, spreaders, shovels, excavators, and mobile brine spraying devices.
He particularly examined whether the equipment could be deployed immediately during actual snowfall and participated in a demonstration of sandbag production for rapid response in emergencies, emphasizing a hands-on approach to the inspection.
The inspection also covered key ongoing projects.
Mayor Park checked the progress of the heating system installation project for the Galma Tunnel's uphill road to ensure road safety in areas prone to ice during winter. He also visited the construction site of the new snow removal base in Gwangnam 1-dong to assess the project's status.
He then traveled to the Gonjiam snow removal base to evaluate the regional snow removal response system and facility readiness. This initiative aims to manage vulnerable sections of major roads and secure regional snow removal hubs, reducing response times during snowfall and supporting safe road use for citizens.
Mayor Park met with members of the autonomous disaster response team and road maintenance personnel working in the cold weather, expressing his appreciation for their efforts.
He emphasized the importance of thorough preparation and on-site response for citizen safety during winter, urging that measures be taken to prevent any inconvenience caused by snowfall and ice.
Additionally, Mayor Park announced that the winter snow removal measures period will officially begin on November 15 and continue until March 31, 2027, marking the start of the comprehensive winter response system.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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