South Korea activated its inaugural emergency heatwave alert under a new system, urging citizens to avoid outdoor activities as temperatures soared to dangerous levels.
The alert was given today
Jul 12, 2026
11:06 am
What's the storySouth Korea has issued its first-ever emergency heatwave warning under a new system introduced this year.
The alert was given today, advising citizens to stop outdoor activities and stay cool.
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