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Record-high heat soars through South Korea

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English August 7, 2026 at 5:00 AM

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A record-high heatwave is sweeping through the Korean Peninsula, sending temperatures skyrocketing, reaching 42.5C (108.5F) on Sunday. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, at least 14 people have died since mid-May as a result.

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