Temperatures rise above 40 C for 4th straight day in southeast to set new record

Temperatures in the southeastern region of South Korea have exceeded 40 degrees Celsius for the fourth consecutive day, establishing a new regional record. The extreme heat has persisted throughout the start of August, marking a significant period of intense weather for the area.

This sustained heatwave represents an unprecedented meteorological event for the southeastern part of the country. The duration and intensity of the current temperatures have surpassed previous records, highlighting the severity of the ongoing conditions in the region.