Incheon Expands Coverage of Its Citizen Safety Insurance Program
Incheon has announced an expansion of Incheon Citizen Safety Insurance program, aimed at protecting residents from various disasters and accidents.The program offers financial assistance to help citizens cope with unexpected incidents. With the latest revision, the scope of coverage has been broadened to provide more comprehensive support. The coverage limit for seven insured categories has been increased from up to 15 million KRW to 20 million KRW.
Incheon Launches 1,345 Cooling Centers as Part of Summer Disaster Response
Incheon has announced the launch of its summer natural disaster response period, running through October 15, to prevent damage from seasonal storms and extreme heat.The city has inspected 74 areas at risk of landslides and steep slopes prone to casualties during the monsoon season.To prepare for extreme heat, it has set up a total of 1,345 cooling centers at senior centers and community centers, and is also operating 15 designated “safe accommodations” in cooperation with local accommodation providers.
Korea Coast Guard to Develop AI-Based Maritime Disaster Response Platform by 2027
The Korea Coast Guard has announced plans to develop a real-time disaster response platform using generative artificial intelligence (AI).By 2027, the agency will invest 9.8 billion KRW to complete the platform, which will incorporate advanced technologies such as generative AI and large language models (LLMs) to respond to various maritime emergencies.The system aims to boost individual response by offering real-time, tailored manuals based on incident scale and on-site conditions.
Incheon International Ocean Forum 2025 to Feature Youth Employment Support Programs
The Incheon Port Authority (IPA) will host a youth employment support event during the 6th Incheon International Ocean Forum (IIOF 2025) in July.IPA is recruiting organizations to join the employment program until the end of this month. A coordination meeting with participating organizations is scheduled for next month.
New Public Bus Route Introduced on Yeongjong Island to Ease Long-Distance School Commutes
Jung-gu in Incheon has announced the launch of a new public bus route, "Jung-gu No. 2," starting July 5, to ease long-distance commute difficulties for students attending Yeongjong and Unseo Middle Schools on Yeongjong-do. The new route will operate three buses in one-way service at 10-minute intervals, beginning at 3:25 p.m.
Michuhol-gu Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness of Youth Online Gambling
Michuhol-gu in Incheon has launched a campaign titled “Let’s Prevent It Together!” to raise awareness of the dangers of youth online gambling and promote prevention across the local community.Running through June, the campaign was organized in response to alarming data showing that, as of last year, Incheon ranked second nationwide in youth gambling participation and addiction rates.
Bupyeong District to Host Traditional Dano Festival on June 7
The 2025 “Dano Festival in June at Bupyeong” will take place on June 7 at Museum Park in Samsan-dong, Bupyeong-gu, Incheon.Hosted by Bupyeong-gu and organized by the Bupyeong Cultural Center, the event celebrates the traditional meaning of Dano, the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. The festival will feature hands-on experiences of Korean seasonal customs and a variety of programs for all ages to enjoy.
Hwagae Garden and Seokmodo Arboretum in Ganghwa-gun Join Nationwide Garden Stamp Tour
Hwagae Garden and Seokmodo Arboretum in Incheon’s Ganghwa-gun are joining the nationwide garden stamp tour “A Beautiful Journey.”The program includes 66 public and private gardens across Korea and runs until December 31. Participation details can be found on the websites of the Korea Arboretum and Garden Institute and Hwagae Garden.
Sources: https://news.ifm.kr
