Major’s Remarks:
1. The upcoming Taiwan Lantern Festival is set to illuminate the skies on February 24th, coinciding with the opening of the Taiwan International Orchid Show and World Orchid Conference. Additionally, the Yanshui Beehive Fireworks Festival and the traditional Whipping an Ox in Spring event at the Tucheng Luermen Matsu Temple will also take place concurrently. Anticipating a significant influx of visitors, all bureaus and departments are urged to deliver top-notch city services, ensuring the success of the lantern festival and creating memorable experiences for tourists.
2. Considering past incidents where tourists were frequently injured due to insufficient protection during the Beehive Fireworks Festival, the Police Bureau, Fire Bureau, and other pertinent bureaus and departments are urged to raise awareness among the public about self-protection measures when engaging in festival activities. It is imperative to emphasize avoiding direct exposure to the impact of beehive fireworks to prevent physical harm. Furthermore, all bureaus and departments are encouraged to excel in city promotion efforts while prioritizing safety measures.