Gangwon Province to Conduct Joint Provincial-Municipal Inspections of Fugitive Dust-Generating Sites During Spring Season

Province to Conduct Intensive Inspections of Large-Scale Construction Sites and Businesses with Frequent Civil Complaints

Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province announced on March 3 that it will conduct a "2026 Spring Season Joint Inspection of Fugitive Dust-Generating Sites" targeting large-scale construction sites and businesses with repeated civil complaints within the province, in response to concerns about deteriorating air quality caused by fine dust and other factors during the dry and windy spring season.

A view of Gangwon Provincial Office. Provided by Gangwon Provincial Office

This inspection aims to minimize fugitive dust emissions and prevent air quality deterioration by conducting more intensive inspections than usual during the spring season, when the frequency of high-concentration fine dust is elevated, thereby protecting the comfortable living environment of provincial residents.

The inspection period will run for 15 days, from March 4 to March 18, and joint inspections will be carried out by provincial and municipal officials at fugitive dust-generating sites located in five cities and counties (Donghae, Samcheok, Hongcheon, Hwacheon, and Yanggu) within the province.

The inspection targets include large-scale construction (civil engineering) sites, cement manufacturing businesses, non-metallic mineral manufacturing and processing businesses, and building construction sites. In particular, inspection teams will be organized to focus on sites where civil complaints have been repeatedly raised, strengthening on-site checks.

The main inspection items are: ▲ installation and operation of fugitive dust suppression facilities ▲ consistency between reported items and actual operations ▲ implementation of control measures such as dustproof walls, dust covers, wheel washing facilities, and spraying facilities, as well as the overall status of air environment management. In addition, compliance with relevant laws, including unreported changes to fugitive dust notifications, will also be checked.

For minor violations found during the inspection, immediate corrective actions will be taken on site. However, for serious issues such as intentional or repeated violations, strict measures will be enforced, including administrative action and referral to the prosecution.

Kim Joohwan, Director of the Social Disaster Division of Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province, stated, "We will do our utmost to minimize fugitive dust emissions and protect the living environment of our residents through this joint inspection," adding, "We will continue to provide guidance and inspections so that businesses can strengthen their own environmental management responsibilities."

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