Seoul:Prime Minister Han Seong-sook announced that the government will reassess its support measures for firefighters before requesting their commitment to public safety.
According to Yonhap News Agency, Han made these statements during a government consultation with the ruling party, coinciding with the 64th anniversary of the Day of Firefighting. She acknowledged the sacrifice of Kim Jin-seok, a firefighter who lost his life in a factory fire in Bucheon, west of Seoul, the previous month.
Han emphasized the government's responsibility to prioritize the lives and safety of the public. She mentioned plans to discuss increasing funding for critical areas and personnel expenses, and to address issues that require consultation. Additionally, she promised to conduct thorough inspections of winter preparations, highlighting the threat posed by heavy snow and cold weather to daily life.