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Sun, December 10, 2023 | 19:38

Heat wave to drive temperatures up to 36 degrees Celsius amid 'serious' heat warning

Heat wave to drive temperatures up to 36 degrees Celsius amid 'serious' heat warning

The heat wave will continue to bake Korea on Wednesday, sending daytime temperatures as high as 36 C, the weather agency said, as the heat warning remains at the highest level of "serious."

2023-08-02 10:35

Heat wave deaths rise to 23

South Korean dog meat farmers push back against growing moves to outlaw their industry

South Korean dog meat farmers push back against growing moves to outlaw their industry

PYEONGTAEK, South Korea - The dogs bark and stare as Kim Jong-kil approaches the rusty cages housing the large, short-haired animals he sells for their meat. Kim opens a door and pets one dog's neck and chest.

2023-07-31 22:30

Heat wave deaths over weekend reach at least 17

Heat wave deaths over weekend reach at least 17

At least 17 people died from the heat wave over the weekend, mostly elderly farmers working outside in the extreme heat, authorities said Monday.

2023-07-31 16:00

Heat wave forecast to continue across Korea

Heat wave forecast to continue across Korea

A heat wave will continue to bake Korea on Monday with apparent temperatures likely to go over 35 C in most parts of the country, the weather agency said.

2023-07-31 10:29

Interior ministry activates emergency headquarters over heavy rain alerts

Interior ministry activates emergency headquarters over heavy rain alerts

The interior and safety ministry began operating its disaster management headquarters as heavy rain alerts were issued for Seoul and other regions Sunday, officials said.

2023-07-30 20:35

Heat wave grips Korea for 6th day

Heat wave grips Korea for 6th day

Korea's weather agency said a heat wave warning remained in effect for most parts of the country Sunday, warning people to refrain from outdoor activities as temperatures soared to 33 C in most areas.

2023-07-30 15:08

3.5 magnitude quake strikes North Jeolla Province: weather agency

3.5 magnitude quake strikes North Jeolla Province: weather agency

A 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck areas 18 kilometers north of Jangsu, 216 km south of Seoul, Saturday, according to Korea's weather agency.

2023-07-29 19:30

Number of heatstroke patients surges amid searing heat

Number of heatstroke patients surges amid searing heat

The number of heatstroke patients in Korea has surged in the past two days, following a heat wave that hit the country after the end of the rainy season.

2023-07-29 15:16

Korea to experience sweltering heat until next week

Korea to experience sweltering heat until next week

The scorching heat will continue throughout next week with the country's weather watchdog urging people, particularly farmers and other laborers working outdoors, to take precautions against health risks in such heat.

Ko Dong-hwan | 2023-07-28 17:04

Number of heatstroke patients surges amid searing heat

Heat wave warning issued across nation

Heat wave warning issued across nation

A heat wave warning was issued for most parts of the country Friday, as searing heat kicked in after the end of the monsoon season.

2023-07-28 14:58

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