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Summer camping fire risk rises due to electrical overloads

12.06.2026 22:01 1 min 1 source РУС
v.daum.net KOR
Summer camping fire risk rises due to electrical overloads
Original source: Daum | 경기일보

Data from South Korea's Ministry of the Interior and Safety shows that average monthly camping stays from June to August reach about 2,725, far exceeding the annual average of 1,621, with July peaking at over 3,400. Electrical faults are the second leading cause of campground fires in summer. The main issue is exceeding the typical 1,000–1,100W per-site power limit by running air conditioners, refrigerators, and ice makers simultaneously, along with moisture causing leakage. Experts urge campers to respect power limits and operators to upgrade safety equipment.

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