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Record-high heat soars through South Korea

Al Jazeera Friday 07 August 2026, 05:00 UTC 1 min read
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Record-high heat soars through South Korea Record-high heat soars through South Korea A record-high heatwave is sweeping through the Korean Peninsula, sending temperatures skyrocketing, reaching 42.5C (108.5F) on Sunday. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, at least 14 people have died since mid-May as a result.

Record-high heat soars through South Korea Record-high heat soars through South Korea A record-high heatwave is sweeping through the Korean Peninsula, sending temperatures skyrocketing, reaching 42.5C (108.5F) on Sunday. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, at least 14 people have died since mid-May as a result. Published On 7 Aug 2026
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