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Asia heatwave sparks energy crisis fears and health risks

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A severe heatwave across Asia is raising concerns about potential energy crises and health risks. South Korea experienced its hottest day on record in late July, with temperatures reaching 41.4 degrees Celsius in Yangsan. Residents, like a 69-year-old in Gwangju, are altering their daily routines due to the extreme heat, fearing for their health and seeking refuge in air-conditioned spaces. AI

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Asia heatwave sparks energy crisis fears and health risks

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Biman Mukherji ·

    As record heatwave hits Asia, fears of energy crisis and health risks mount

    Chae Young-sun, a 69-year-old retired government employee living in the South Korean city of Gwangju, has stopped taking daily walks since a searing heatwave began gripping most parts of the country more than a month ago. “I’m worried about my health because it’s simply too hot t…

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