[Photo] Your Devotion, Engraved in Our Hearts with Tears

Today, we bid a tearful farewell to two brave souls, Fire Captain Park Seung-won and Firefighter Noh Tae-young, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their courage in the face of the raging fire at the Wando frozen food warehouse, while ensuring the safety of others, exemplifies the unwavering commitment of our nation's firefighters.

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For the sole reason of protecting the lives and safety of the people, the deceased stayed at the scene until the end, putting aside their own dangers.

The solemn funeral service, held with the highest honors, was a testament to their bravery and dedication. The grief-stricken families and fellow firefighters present could not hold back their tears, reflecting the profound impact these heroes had on their loved ones and colleagues. Their sacrifice serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced daily by those who protect us.

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We, who remain, promise to fulfill your share of the duty from the place you protected, and we will protect the safety of the people.

We remember their selfless act of running into the inferno to save lives, driven by a singular purpose: the safety of the people. As President Lee Jae-myung's message of condolence, read by the Fire Chief, stated, their sacrifice has indeed made our nation safer. Those left behind vow to carry on their legacy, ensuring the safety and security of our citizens with the same unwavering resolve.

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We will definitely remember that the deceased's strong sense of duty and dedication, who rushed into the flames to save the lives of the people, has made the Republic of Korea safe today.