South Korea triggers inaugural emergency heat alert using updated system
On Sunday, South Korea activated its first emergency heatwave warning since implementing a new alert framework. Authorities urged the public to avoid working or playing outside and to prioritize staying cool. Officials explained that the updated system was created to manage heatwaves that are growing both longer and more severe. This emergency status is triggered when the heat index reaches 38°C or when actual temperatures climb to 39°C.
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