Cooling fog systems are now spraying mist across parks throughout Jungnang-gu, offering relief from the summer heat.
Jungnang-gu, led by District Mayor Ryu Gyeong-gi, is expanding its cooling fog infrastructure to protect park visitors from heat-related illness during the summer months.
The district has added cooling fog systems at four new locations: Bonghwasan Onggi Culture Plaza, Bonghwasan (in front of Sinnae 9 Complex), Neungsan Park and the Jungnangcheon Rose Tunnel. Residents can now use the systems at a total of 11 sites, which also include Junghwa Water Feature Park, Yongma Waterfall Park (below the management office, beside the soccer field and along the clay path), Dolsan Sports Park, Sagajeong Park and Junghwa Hanmadang Neighborhood Park.
Cooling fog systems force purified water through specialized nozzles to produce a fine mist. As the water particles evaporate in the air, they absorb surrounding heat through evaporative cooling, lowering ambient temperatures by up to 3 to 5 degrees Celsius and reducing perceived heat for park visitors during extreme heat.
The systems also produce an air-shower effect that helps reduce fine dust, contributing to a more comfortable park environment.
"We will continue to expand a range of heat-response facilities so that residents can use our parks safely and comfortably even during heat waves," District Mayor Ryu said. "We will do our utmost to create a park environment where residents can escape the heat with peace of mind."
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