Record Korean peninsula heatwave sets 122-year high temperature of 42.5°C
South Korea's weather agency warned temperatures could rise further in western regions this week.
A record heatwave has gripped the Korean peninsula, with temperatures soaring to a new 122-year high of 42.5°C in Yangsan, South Korea. The extreme heat has led to emergency measures being expanded across the region, with residents flocking to cooling shelters, beaches, and water parks for relief. South Korea's weather agency warned that temperatures could rise further in western regions, while North Korea is experiencing similar conditions, with state media reporting temperatures approaching 40°C in parts of the country.
Brief written by urgent.news from Jerusalem Post's own syndicated text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
