National Heat Wave Alert Issued https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.joongang.co.kr%2Farticle%2F25181234&psig=AOvVaw0WqAjptPmfd15MNuP43NzE&ust=1691080555744000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBIQjRxqFwoTCOi-lZC0voADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAQ Following the prolonged monsoon season, an unprecedented heatwave emergency has been declared. The Korea Meteorological Administration announced on the 30th, "The current level of scorching heat will persist until next week." On this day, the administration issued heatwave warnings for 177 out of 180 regions nationwide, excluding the area around Mount Halla on Jeju Island. Gangneung recorded the highest temperature at 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 degrees Fahrenheit), making it the hottest spot in the country. Seoul and Daegu also sizzled, with daytime temperatures soaring beyond 34 degrees Celsius (93.2 degrees Fahrenheit). The Korea Meteorological Administration stated, "Daytime temperatures have risen due to intense sunlight, and the heat index has increased due to high humidity," adding, "For the time being, scorching heat with a perceived maximum temperature exceeding 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) will persist in most regions across the country." On August 1st, daytime highs are also expected to range between 30 to 35 degrees Celsius (86 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit), with morning lows ranging from 22 to 27 degrees Celsius (71.6 to 80.6 degrees Fahrenheit). Urban and coastal areas are anticipated to experience continued tropical nights. Unlike typhoons or heavy rain, heatwaves aren't visible, but they are the natural disaster that claims the most lives in South Korea. Since the government designated heatwaves as one of the "Five Major Natural Disasters" along with heavy rain, typhoons, strong winds, and heavy snowfall in 2018, there have been 146 fatalities due to heatwaves over the following four years, accounting for 67% of the total deaths (218) from all these five disasters combined. This number even surpasses the combined deaths from the other four natural disasters. This is why heatwaves are often referred to as the "silent killer." Furthermore, this year, the super El Niño phenomenon has pushed the entire world into extreme heatwaves, and on the Korean Peninsula, the higher humidity compared to previous years has exacerbated the scorching heat, leading to increased damages. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.yonhapnewstv.co.kr%2Fnews%2FMYH20230618000600641&psig=AOvVaw0WqAjptPmfd15MNuP43NzE&ust=1691080555744000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBEQjRxqFwoTCOi-lZC0voADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAn How To Prepare For Heatwaves? 1. Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quora.com%2FDoes-wearing-light-or-dark-colored-clothes-make-any-actual-difference-in-summer&psig=AOvVaw10gyD38WQP7b2V4FT2DhIu&ust=1691081054707000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBEQjRxqFwoTCNiyo_61voADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAR 2. Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vector4free.com%2Ffree-vectors%2Fdrinking-water&psig=AOvVaw3Yrsoq0bIbcI6dtaLlMwM7&ust=1691081130573000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBEQjRxqFwoTCOjlvaK2voADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAI 3. Avoid high-energy activities or work outdoors, during midday heat, if possible. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iconfinder.com%2Ficons%2F5736647%2Factivity_avoid_exercise_outside_refrain_icon&psig=AOvVaw1fPj-PZ7Cg84vwCKCT5t9e&ust=1691081188057000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBEQjRxqFwoTCIDD8r22voADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE 4. Use Parasols! https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbravo.etoday.co.kr%2Fview%2Fatc_view%2F12530&psig=AOvVaw03XrZ8zPkws0dKIqU4lOLn&ust=1691081245652000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBEQjRxqFwoTCJi4n9m2voADFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE All right reserved Stay14 Bespoke
