Seoul and Gyeonggi Reach Daytime High of 39°C... 'Extreme Heatwave' Peaks

[Anchor]

It was forecasted that daytime temperatures in Seoul would rise up to 39°C today (August 6). Let's connect with the weather center for more details on the forecast.

Ahn Su-jin, weather caster?

[Caster]

Even holding a portable fan and using a hand fan does not easily dispel the heat.

Extreme heat will rage once again today, centered around western regions.

Seoul's daytime high is expected to reach 39°C, likely setting the highest temperature of the year.

Severe heatwave warnings have been further expanded, mainly across the greater Seoul metropolitan area.

The scorching heat of around 39°C is expected to persist through tomorrow.

Reports of heat-related illnesses are also frequent in various places these days.

Because the weather easily wears out even healthy people, you must take care of your health more than ever.

Meanwhile, many of you are likely interested in the movement path of Typhoon Dolphin, which could affect our country's weather.

Currently, Dolphin is located in the waters east of Okinawa, Japan.

It is forecasted to make landfall near the inland areas of China by next Monday.

We will need to continue monitoring what kind of impact it will have on South Korea afterward.

The ultraviolet index will rise to very high levels in various places today.

Ozone levels will also appear high, centered around western regions.

Rain is forecasted for the east coast region over the weekend due to the influence of easterly winds.

(Weather Caster Ahn Su-jin)
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