Prolonged Heat Wave: Western Regions to Face Extreme Heat This Week, Seoul Reaching 37°C

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Yesterday, August 2, saw extreme heat in the eastern regions, with the Yeongnam area breaking domestic record temperatures. Starting today, however, the heat is expected to intensify further in the western regions. Let's connect to the weather center for more details on the forecast.

Ahn Su-jin, weather caster.

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Yes, while last week's heat was concentrated heavily around the eastern regions, a change in wind direction starting today will make the heat much more severe in western areas, including Seoul.

Today's daytime high in Seoul is expected to reach 37°C (99°F), which is about 2 degrees higher than yesterday's high.

The daytime temperature in Gwangju is projected to soar up to 39°C (102°F).

As severe heat wave warnings are expanded further, particularly focusing on the southern regions, the highest temperatures so far have already exceeded 38°C (100°F) in Bukchangwon.

Gwangju is also experiencing intense heat at 35.8°C (96°F).

The heat wave is expected to be prolonged.

Severe heat will persist tomorrow and the day after as well.

Since the risk of heat-related illnesses is high, outdoor work should be avoided during the peak heat hours of the day.

It is also necessary to monitor indoor temperatures and maintain adequate air conditioning levels.

Strong ultraviolet rays will beat down in various places.

In addition, ozone concentrations, which are detrimental to the respiratory system, will remain high.

Between late afternoon and evening, sudden and turbulent showers may pour down in some areas of the southern inland of Gangwon Province and northern Chungbuk.

Clear weather is expected to persist for the time being.

Please note that there could be variables in the weather depending on the influence of typhoons and surrounding pressure systems.

(Weather Caster Ahn Su-jin)
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