On July 6, law enforcement officers of Yiling District Culture &Tourism Bureau and District Market Supervision & Administration Bureau dealt with a private outdoor adventure in Tianqiao Village, Sandouping Town.
Eight expedition sports lovers from the city came to Yiling District. Regardless of the dissuasion of the duty guards, they forcibly went deep into the gully of Zhemuping Village, Sanduoping Town, to join in the streaming activities.Law enforcement officials squatted at the exit to criticize and educate those who participated in canyoning, demanding that outdoor expedition activities in Yiling District be halted immediately.
At present, in the summer flood season, extreme weather such as high temperature, thunderstorm, gale and strong convection frequently occur. On June 11, Yichang Cultural and Tourism Bureau issued an urgent notice:During the major flood season, people are strictly prohibited to carry out all potentially dangerous expedition activities such as mountain climbing, creek tracing, canyoneering, crossing, camping and caving.
In addition, according to the "Notice on Safety Management of Outdoor Expedition Activities in 2019" issued by Yiling District Tourism Safety Committee, Yiling District has closed Nanjinguan Grand Canyon, Tanjiagou, Lengfenggou, Songjiagou, Tiaoshui River, Luoma Cave, Muyangxi, Yemaxiand other outdoor expedition routes until September 30.Those who arbitrarily organize outdoor expeditions without authorization and use public resources for rescue shall bear relevant responsibilities and expenses.
At present, Yiling District reminds the general public to do their best and participate in outdoor expedition activities prudently and ensure personal safety by arranging special personnel on duty, setting warning signs and warning slogans, and publishing timely warning and warning information on natural meteorological disasters. (Reporter Wang Ying)