Shincheonji Volunteer Group's Eastern Seoul Branch Launches Autumn Wildfire Prevention Campaign
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| On the 21st October 2025, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group's Eastern Seoul Branch conducted a forest fire prevention campaign at the entrance to the Suraksan Mountain hiking trail |
As South Korea faces one of the worst wildfire seasons in its history, with fires in Gyeongnam and Gyeongbuk burning over 166 times the size of Yeouido and causing dozens of casualties, the need for prevention has never been more urgent. In response, local communities and organisations are stepping up—and Shincheonji Volunteer Group is one of them.
On 21st October 2025, members of the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Eastern Seoul Branch launched a wildfire prevention campaign in front of the Nowonpyeong Battle Monument on Mt. Surak. Their goal was simple but powerful: remind people that “Prevention is the best protection” when it comes to wildfires.
Armed with informative flyers and signs, volunteers spoke with hikers and local residents (200 in all), sharing safety tips and what to do in case of a fire. Their message hit home - especially after recent wildfires have shown how quickly centuries-old forests can vanish in minutes due to a single careless act.
According to Korea’s Forest Service, the most common causes of wildfires are human negligence - campfires, burning litter, and even cigarette butts. That’s why awareness campaigns like this matter so much.
Hiker Kim Pil-sun (83, male, Nowon district) said, “I climb Suraksan Mountain every day, but it’s nice to see them continuing the forest fire prevention campaign so consistently.”
A representative from the Eastern Seoul Branch reaffirmed the group's commitment to ensuring that every citizen recognises the importance of forest fire prevention and practises it together.
In a time when natural disasters are on the rise, it’s encouraging to see local groups take meaningful action. Shincheonji Volunteer Group’s wildfire prevention campaign is a reminder that simple efforts - like handing out flyers, picking up litter, and having honest conversations - can go a long way in protecting our shared future.
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| On 21st October 2025, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group's Eastern Seoul Branch conducted a forest fire prevention campaign at the entrance to the Suraksan Mountain hiking trail |
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