[Photo] Ryugyeonggi Jungnang and Kim Kyungho, Gwangjin-gu Mayors, Lead Snow Removal Efforts

[Seoul District News] Emergency Snow Removal Work by Employees of Jongno-gu, Gwangjin-gu, Gangbuk-gu, Gangdong-gu to Prevent Accidents on Snowy and Icy Roads... Seongbuk-gu Explains No Snow Accumulation on 28 Roads on the 21st Due to Operation of Eco-Friendly Road Heating System... Guro-gu Operating Warmth Tents at ▲Sindorim Station Exit 3 ▲Guro 3-dong E-Mart ▲Cheonwang I-Penhouse Complex 3 Until End of February Next Year

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Jungnang-gu (Mayor Ryu Kyung-gi) activated emergency duty level 2 from the early morning of the 21st to minimize inconvenience to residents caused by heavy snowfall and to prevent safety accidents such as slipping. Mayor Ryu Kyung-gi and all staff participated in snow removal operations.

The district inspected major roads, slopes, and vulnerable areas, and carried out snow removal using equipment such as large spreaders to clear roads and prevent traffic accidents.

In addition, all employees cleared snow piled up in narrow roads and alleys throughout the 16 neighborhoods where vehicle access was difficult.

Especially, facilities frequently used by residents such as Bonghwasan Donghaeng-gil, Yongmasan Barrier-Free Trail, Jungnangcheon Yeonyukgyo Bridge, and river access slopes were promptly restricted for passage and snow removal was conducted.

Mayor Ryu Kyung-gi, who participated in snow removal at Mangwoo History and Culture Park, said, “Above all, the safety of residents is the top priority. We will continue to respond quickly and thoroughly to heavy snowfall so that everyone can safely get through the winter. We also ask residents to actively participate in creating a safe Jungnang by clearing snow in front of their homes and stores for each other's safety.”

Kim Kyung-ho, head of Gwangjin District Office, is conducting snow removal work with employees on the morning of the 21st.

Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) held a snow removal strategy meeting on the 20th in response to the heavy snow advisory and launched emergency duty level 2 for snow removal.

At 5 p.m. on the 20th, the Disaster Countermeasures Headquarters was activated, gathering district executives and six task forces to monitor weather conditions and devise comprehensive snow removal measures.

At 10 p.m., emergency duty level 2 for snow removal began, with snow removal materials loaded and work routes deployed forward.

At 3 a.m. on the 21st, snow removal agents were sprayed early on side roads and main roads, and road heating systems were activated. Second and third rounds of spraying were conducted to ensure thorough snow removal, and automatic brine sprayers were also operated.

From 5 a.m., snow removal was carried out at bus stops and sidewalks to ensure safe commutes. Around 7 a.m., support duties were dispatched to 15 neighborhoods, deploying about 380 personnel. Additionally, 28 mobile equipment units including dump trucks, excavators, and forklifts, along with a total of 65 tons of snow removal agents such as calcium chloride and salt, were mobilized.

Snow removal and calcium chloride spraying continue to be focused on vulnerable areas such as steep slopes, mountain passes, and bus stops. Additional spraying will be conducted as needed based on weather conditions.

Mayor Kim Kyung-ho visited the Gwangjin-gu Snow Removal Development Base to check the operation status of snow removal equipment and stockpiles of materials, urging full efforts without relaxation to ensure residents' safety and convenience.

He also visited the entrance of Yongamsa Temple in Junggok 4-dong, Seoul Dongui Elementary School in Guui 2-dong, and Gwangjang Information Library in Gwangjang-dong?areas with many slopes vulnerable to snow removal?to thoroughly check the operation of road heating and automatic brine spraying devices.

Furthermore, he carefully inspected snow removal conditions in vulnerable areas within the district to ensure there were no risks of safety accidents.

Mayor Kim Kyung-ho reiterated that “resident safety is the highest priority,” and said, “We will respond quickly and thoroughly to sudden heavy snowfall so that residents can have a winter free of safety accidents.”

Seungro Lee, Mayor of Seongbuk-gu (right), visited the Seongbuk-gu Eco-friendly Smart Road Heating System Control Center on the 21st, when heavy snow fell mainly in the central region from early morning, to check the safety of the residents.

On the 21st, when heavy snow fell mainly in the central region from early morning, the snow-free roads of Seongbuk-gu attracted attention. This was due to the eco-friendly smart road heating system. Seongbuk-gu, characterized by hilly terrain, proactively installed 28 eco-friendly smart road heating systems throughout the area for residents' safety, with an additional 8 systems nearing completion.

Along with this, Seongbuk-gu is fully mobilizing administrative resources to carry out snow removal operations. On this day, emergency duty level 2 was declared, and snow removal was conducted on 46 main and side road routes including Jeongneung-ro, apartment access roads, and other major side roads to minimize resident damage such as safety accidents. Cooperation was provided not only by district employees but also by private companies and professional organizations. In addition to district snow removal vehicles, private equipment was prepared for additional deployment in case of emergencies to ensure thoroughness.

Seung-ro Lee, Mayor of Seongbuk-gu, said, “We are closely monitoring weather conditions 24 hours a day and responding quickly and efficiently to heavy snowfall. Seongbuk-gu, especially with its many hilly areas, immediately activates the smart road heating system and swiftly deploys snow removal personnel to make every effort.”

Seongbuk-gu has designated the winter snow removal period from November to March next year and operates a 24-hour snow removal headquarters situation room even during normal times.

Gangbuk-gu (Mayor Lee Soon-hee) conducted snow removal operations on the 21st following the issuance of a heavy snow advisory in the metropolitan area.

The district began emergency duty level 2 for snow removal from 10 p.m. the previous day, patrolling roads vulnerable to snow removal such as Doseonsa-gil and spreading snow removal agents.

From 9 a.m. on the 23rd, district employees and support personnel from neighborhood community centers were deployed for full-scale snow removal operations.

Jongno-gu (Mayor Jung Moon-heon) carried out snow removal operations throughout the district on the morning of the 21st.

In response to the heavy snow advisory, the district implemented emergency duty level 2 for comprehensive snow removal and focused on vulnerable and freezing-prone areas.

Mayor Jung Moon-heon urged at the regular executive meeting that efforts be made to prevent winter safety accidents for residents' safety.

Gangdong-gu (Mayor Lee Soo-hee) announced that it activated Disaster Safety Countermeasures Headquarters level 2 on the 20th in response to the heavy snow advisory issued for the central region and promptly carried out snow removal operations.

The district designated the snow removal period until March 15 next year to minimize inconvenience to residents caused by snow removal and operates the Disaster Safety Countermeasures Headquarters 24 hours a day.

Calcium chloride was intensively sprayed on sidewalks, slopes, and side roads where freezing was expected, and snow removal equipment and personnel were mobilized for snow removal operations.

Choi Kang-yoon, head of the Road Division, said, “The district will continue to focus on snow removal operations in vulnerable areas this winter to ensure thorough accident prevention for residents' safety.”

Guro-gu completed the installation of warming tents and began full-scale operation on the 21st in preparation for the severe cold expected after the heavy snowfall.

The warming tents, which are cold wave mitigation facilities, were installed at locations with high foot traffic or waiting populations near subway stations and bus stops, including ▲Exit 3 of Sindorim Station (photo) ▲E-Mart in Guro 3-dong ▲Cheonwang I-Penhouse Complex 3.

The district plans to operate the warming tents until the end of February next year.