Seoul: President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called for all-out efforts to prevent the rising risk of wildfires, as drought warnings have been issued in many parts of South Korea. Lee expressed concern that wildfire risks are increasing amid drought alerts covering more than half of the nation, noting that several regions in Gyeongsang Province are nearing record-long drought warning periods.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Lee emphasized the urgent need for extraordinary measures as the season approaches when wildfire risks intensify sharply. He conveyed this message through a post on the social media platform X, highlighting the importance of a "preemptive and proactive response" during the early stages of wildfire risk. Lee underscored the principle that "prevention is the best solution," aiming to mitigate potential disasters before they occur.