Autumn wildfire prevention period runs 1 November to 15 December — Prime Minister urges thorough preparedness at integrated wildfire drill
Source material is a Korean government announcement (in Korean).
The autumn wildfire prevention period runs from 1 November to 15 December, and on 2 October the Prime Minister urged thorough preparation at the integrated wildfire suppression drill.
Key facts
| Autumn wildfire prevention period | 1 November to 15 December |
|---|---|
| Drill | 2026 READY Korea integrated wildfire suppression drill, Chilgok County, North Gyeongsang Province, 2 October |
| Scenario assumed in the drill | Wildfire spreading into urban living areas amid dry weather and strong winds, and a nighttime wildfire after sunset |
| Focus of the drill | Strengthening integrated response capacity in wildfire suppression, resident evacuation and support for displaced residents |
| Inquiries | Office for Government Policy Coordination (국무조정실), Safety, Environment and Energy Policy Office 044-200-2344 |
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Prime Minister Han Seong-sook took part in the 2026 READY Korea integrated wildfire suppression drill held in Chilgok County, North Gyeongsang Province, on 2 October, and urged thorough preparation for the autumn wildfire prevention period (1 November to 15 December). The drill assumed that, amid dry weather and strong winds, a wildfire spreads into urban living areas and continues into a nighttime wildfire, and focused on strengthening integrated response capacity in wildfire suppression, resident evacuation and support for displaced residents.
Summaries below are factual notes based on government announcements and primary sources — not evaluations or opinions.
FAQ
When is the autumn wildfire prevention period?
It runs from 1 November to 15 December.
What scenario did this drill assume?
It assumed that, amid dry weather and strong winds, a wildfire spreads into urban living areas such as golf courses, homes, hospitals and schools, and continues into a nighttime wildfire.