A record-high heatwave is sweeping through the Korean Peninsula, sending temperatures skyrocketing, reaching 42.5C.
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.
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Record heatwave in South Korea as temperatures soar to 42.5C
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05.08.2026
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