South Korea records 42.5C as heatwave deaths rise
South Korea is facing an intense heatwave that has pushed temperatures to record levels and placed pressure on public health systems across the country. A high of 42.5C was recorded on Sunday in the southern city of Yangsan, the highest temperature since modern record keeping began. Authorities say at least 19 people have died during the heatwave, while Seoul is under a severe heat warning.The temperature reading in Yangsan marks a new national extreme and comes as the country experiences prolonged hot weather. Officials said the warning in Seoul is the first issued under a system established this year to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 05 Aug 2026 13:06 LONDON
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