Deriving Results Through Firefighting Big Data Analysis
Kim Jaebyeong, head of the Gyeongnam Fire Headquarters, conducted an inspection of safety facilities in preparation for mountain accidents around Jirisan in Sancheong-gun on the 23rd.
Head Kim climbed the Jirisan Jungsan-ri area, where mountain accidents occur most frequently, to check the location signposts, availability of 119 first aid kits, and the condition of safety railings along the hiking trails.
Kim Jae-byeong, head of the Gyeongnam Fire Headquarters, is checking the areas with frequent mountain accidents through the Jirisan trail signboard in Sancheong-gun. [Photo by Gyeongnam Fire Headquarters]
He also visited the Sancheong Fire Station Mountain Rescue Team to listen to the difficulties they face during field operations and encouraged the team members.
He urged, "Please work to enhance individual capabilities and strengthen readiness for dispatch so that prompt and professional rescue services can be provided in the event of mountain accidents."
According to big data analysis by the Gyeongnam Fire Headquarters, there were 2,631 mountain accidents over the past three years, averaging 877 cases annually.
Among them, Jirisan accounted for 414 cases, where firefighters were dispatched most frequently, followed by Cheonseongsan with 107 cases, Yeongchuksan with 101 cases, Jaeyaksan with 77 cases, and Hwaoksan with 37 cases.
By type, the cases were ▲lost and search 869 ▲slip and fall 478 ▲personal illness 203 ▲exhaustion and dehydration 163, among others.
Head Kim emphasized, "For safe hiking in spring, it is important to familiarize yourself with mountain accident prevention rules and action guidelines before hiking," highlighting the need to check hiking courses, warm up, and be cautious of safety accidents.
He added, "We identified spring mountain accident hotspots through fire department big data analysis and conducted inspections," and stated, "This year as well, we will do our best to implement mountain accident safety measures for the safety of residents and thoroughly prepare for disasters."
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