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Korea JoongAng Daily

Summer haze

On July 9, as the heat wave continues, a laborer works at a construction site in Daegu.

2025-07-09

Over 200 people suffer heat strokes, Seoul raises crisis level further amid record heatwave

Record heat wave in Korea leads to over 1,200 heat-related illnesses this summer, prompting emergency measures in Seoul, including welfare checks for vulnerable populations and enhanced cooling shelters.

2025-07-09

Heat-related illnesses spike 83 percent

The number of people with heat-related illnesses surged more than 83 percent from a year earlier as a heat wave hit the country earlier than normal this year, data showed Monday.

2025-07-07

Korea faces hottest summer ever after record-setting June temperatures

Korea is on track to face the most extreme summer heat in its history, with no signs of relief in sight after enduring the hottest June on record. Some forecasts warn that temperatures may surpass 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit).

2025-07-06

France shuts schools, Italy limits outdoor work as heat wave grips Europe

Italy banned outdoor work in some regions during the warmest hours, France shut schools and part of the Eiffel Tower and Spain confirmed its hottest June on record as a severe heat wave gripped Europe, triggering widespread health alerts.

2025-07-02

Cities nationwide post record daily average highs for June as month comes to a sweltering end

Korea closed out June with sweltering temperatures that shattered records at weather stations nationwide, as daily average highs soared to levels never before seen for the month.

2025-07-01

Heatwaves will become longer, more frequent: Expert

The Korea Meteorological Administration warns of increasingly severe and prolonged summer heat waves, linked to climate change and atmospheric conditions. This summer may see more heat wave days and tropical nights, raising possible health concerns.

2025-05-26

North and central China hit by soaring heat

Temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius scorched parts of northern and central China on Tuesday, with authorities issuing heat warnings and offering aid to farmers to protect food production.

2025-05-20

SNU expert expects 'unthinkable' monsoon season

Forecasts for this monsoon season in Korea suggest intense rainfall and extreme weather events, raising concerns about potential compound disasters and the challenges in predicting such patterns.

2025-05-07

Jamboree in shambles amid heat, typhoon and poor planning [REWIND 2023]

The 12-day long celebration of the World Scouting Movement in August turned into a nightmare after poor planning left the Jamboree campsite a baking, puddle-ridden field wholly unsuited for hosting 43,000 scouts and volunteers from 158 countries.

2023-12-24