Hwasun County Mobilizes All Resources to Minimize Heatwave and Drought Damage

Judgment Meeting Held Led by Deputy County Chief Lee Hobum
Support Provided Through Wells, Water Pumps, and Equipment Such as Excavators

Hwasun County announced that it held a heatwave and drought response judgment meeting on August 11 to minimize damage caused by the ongoing heatwave and drought.

The meeting, presided over by Deputy County Chief Lee Hobum, was attended by heads of relevant departments and offices, as well as town and township chiefs. They shared updates on the current situation in each area and reviewed response strategies for each sector. In particular, as rainfall in July decreased by 320mm compared to the previous year and water storage rates remained at just 71% of the annual average, there was consensus that proactive measures are needed to secure a stable supply of agricultural water and prevent crop damage amid continued drought conditions.

The scene of the heatwave and drought response assessment meeting held by Hwasun County on the 11th. Provided by Hwasun County

In response, the county plans to supply agricultural water to farms at risk of drought damage by utilizing wells and water pumps, and will provide additional equipment such as excavators as necessary. Through these efforts, Hwasun County aims to quickly address water shortages in the agricultural sector and minimize crop damage.

Monitoring and protective activities for heatwave-vulnerable groups will also be strengthened.

Deputy County Chief Lee Hobum emphasized, “As the drought continues due to reduced rainfall and lower reservoir levels, it is crucial to take proactive measures rather than responding only after damage occurs.”

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