Ulsan Seoulsu Fire Station will deploy specialized mountain volunteer fire brigades at two locations, including the Yeongnam Alps Ganwoljae Shelter, from April 5 to May 31 (including weekends and public holidays) in response to the increasing number of hikers during the spring season.
The specialized mountain volunteer fire brigade is affiliated with Seoulsu Fire Station and will be operated with five out of a total of 24 members assigned on a rotating daily basis.
The main duties include quickly locating rescue targets, assisting with rescue and first aid operations, and guiding hikers through safety patrols on accident-prone trails.
A representative from Seoulsu Fire Station stated, "With this forward deployment during the spring season, we aim to prevent mountain accidents and take the lead in ensuring citizens' safety by providing a swift initial response in emergencies."
During last year's forward deployment period in spring and autumn, the team protected citizens' safety through a total of 170 activities, including 2 rescues, 22 emergency transports, and 146 on-site responses.
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