Intense heat is continuing to grip the western regions day after day.

Today, August 6, Seoul's daytime high is expected to reach 39°C (102°F), potentially recording its highest temperature of this summer.

Following the greater Seoul area, heavy heatwave warnings have newly been issued for inland Gangwon Province, Jeonju, and Gwangju.

The western regions will continue to experience extreme heat of around 39°C (102°F) through tomorrow.

Starting from the weekend, easterly winds are expected to weaken slightly, bringing temperatures down somewhat.

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

As even healthy individuals can easily be worn down by the heat right now, it is more important than ever to take extra care of your health.

Meanwhile, Typhoon Dolphin, the 13th typhoon that could affect South Korea's weather, is currently located in the waters east of Okinawa, Japan.

It is forecasted to make landfall in inland China by next Monday.

We will need to keep a close watch on how it might affect South Korea afterward.

Today, the ultraviolet index will soar to very high levels in various parts of the country.

Ozone levels will also run high, centering on the western regions.

Over the weekend, rain is expected in the east coast areas due to the influence of easterly winds.

In particular, heavy rain of over 120 mm is concentrated in the east coast area of Gangwon Province.

Thorough preparations should be made to prevent any damage.

(Reported by Ahn Su-jin, Weather Forecaster)