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Japan swelters in record heatwave, climate change cited

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Japan is experiencing record-breaking heat, with temperatures frequently exceeding 35 degrees Celsius and even reaching 40 degrees in some areas. Scientists attribute this extreme weather to human-induced climate change, noting an increase in the frequency and intensity of dangerous weather events. The Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts these high temperatures to persist for approximately a month, urging the public to take precautions against heatstroke. AI

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Japan swelters in record heatwave, climate change cited

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

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