Jeonnam Province Mourns Gokseong Water Facility Tragedy Involving Brothers... Inspects 113 Theme Parks in Province

Jeonnam Province has expressed deep condolences over the deaths of two children in a water play facility in Gokseong and has launched a special safety inspection covering all theme parks in the province.

On June 22, Jeonnam Province released a statement of condolence through its spokesperson, saying, "We express our deepest condolences together with all residents of the province in the face of this tragic event," and added, "We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families who have lost their beloved children."

Previously, at approximately 2:42 p.m. on June 21, two brothers drowned at a water play facility in Gokseong. They were transported to the hospital in cardiac arrest but ultimately passed away.

Gokseong water play accident site. Provided by Jeonnam Province

Jeonnam Province noted that this accident was especially regrettable because it occurred at a facility that had not yet officially opened, where safety personnel and rescue systems were not properly in place.

Accordingly, Jeonnam Province plans to carry out a joint special safety inspection with relevant agencies, including electrical and fire authorities, at 113 theme parks in the province. If any hazards or facility defects are identified during these inspections, the province will promptly carry out repairs and maintenance before the peak season begins.

Additionally, as summer approaches, the province will re-examine potential risks and strengthen safety management systems in major water recreation areas such as valleys, rivers, and beaches, which are already subject to ongoing inspections.

Ahn Sanghyun, Director General of Resident Safety at Jeonnam Province, stated, "It is all the more heartbreaking because the accident happened at a facility about to officially open, where no safety personnel were present," and added, "We offer our deepest condolences to the bereaved family, and we will establish a tighter social safety net to ensure that such tragedies never occur again."

Through this special inspection, Jeonnam Province intends to thoroughly re-examine all management blind spots, and immediately implement corrective actions for any problems identified on site.

Meanwhile, there are a total of 113 theme parks operating in Jeonnam, including 4 comprehensive theme parks, 27 general theme parks, and 82 other theme parks.

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