Prime Minister Han Inspects Drought and Heatwave Damage in Cheongdo, North Gyeongsang Province, Emphasizing "Active Response"

Prime Minister Han Sung-sook visited Cheongdo, North Gyeongsang Province, today (the 8th) to inspect the damage caused by the drought and heatwave.

After receiving a briefing on drought response statuses and water supply measures at the Unmun Dam in Cheongdo, Prime Minister Han instructed, "Make thorough preparations to ensure a stable water supply by actively utilizing emergency alternative water sources."

She also directed officials to "closely manage the water supply and demand status through organic cooperation between the central and local governments, and actively respond to difficulties in the field."

She added, "Please prepare to immediately activate emergency water supply systems, such as delivering water by truck and providing bottled water, so that residents do not experience any inconvenience in the unlikely event of an emergency water supply situation."

During the visit, Prime Minister Han remarked, "Given the possibility that the drought could be prolonged, we must prepare for the worst-case scenario first and discuss how to respond meticulously."

She also emphasized the importance of water management, stating that the overall water supply and management system, including groundwater resources, should be reviewed, and urged that the public be transparently informed about the water supply situation.

Later, Prime Minister Han visited a cooling shelter to check its operational status, including the air conditioning conditions.

Addressing elderly residents using the shelter, Prime Minister Han said, "Please do not overexert yourselves in this scorching weather, make frequent use of the shelter, and take good care of your health."

She further instructed relevant organizations to ensure there are no setbacks in the operation of shelters and the provision of air conditioning support.

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