South Korea hits record high temperature

South Korea recorded its highest temperature in its history since data collection began over a century ago, with a peak of 42.5°C in Yangsan. The current heatwave has coincided with temperatures exceeding 40°C for the fifth consecutive day, accompanied by alerts and warnings of a severe heatwave that has been declared this year, affecting more than 20 regions. The frequency of annual heatwaves is increasing, with the average number of hot days rising to 19 over the past five years compared to just 8 days in the 1970s. Experts warn that extreme weather events are becoming more common as a result of climate change driven by human activities.

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