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South Korea introduces 'extreme heat emergency' alert

South Korea is updating its national weather warning system for the first time in 18 years, introducing a new top-tier "extreme heat emergency" alert. This change reflects a significant increase in heatwave days and tropical nights over the past five years. The new alert will be activated when perceived temperatures reach 38°C or actual temperatures hit 39°C, signaling a serious threat to public health and infrastructure. AI

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South Korea introduces 'extreme heat emergency' alert

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · The Korea Times ·

    South Korea adds ‘extreme heat emergency’ to first major alert update in 18 years

    For decades, the arrival of summer in South Korea was heralded by the rhythmic hum of cicadas and the predictable onset of monsoon season. But as climate change rewrites the country’s seasonal script, the government is bracing for a new reality. On Wednesday, the Korea Meteorolog…