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Record-high heat soars through South Korea
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Record-high heat soars through South Korea

A record-breaking heatwave has hit the Korean Peninsula, with temperatures reaching 42.5°C (108.5°F). The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency reported that at least 14 deaths have been linked to the extreme heat since mid-May. The situation highlights the increasing severity of heat-related health risks during summer months.

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Al Jazeera English logoAl Jazeera EnglishState / PublicCenter5 hr. ago
Record-high heat soars through South Korea

A record-breaking heatwave has hit the Korean Peninsula, with temperatures reaching 42.5°C (108.5°F). The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency reported that at least 14 deaths have been linked to the extreme heat since mid-May. The situation highlights the increasing severity of heat-related health risks during summer months.

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