
Dangerous heat continues across Japan on Sunday
Temperatures are expected to reach dangerous levels of 38 degrees Celsius or higher in the Kinki region. People are advised to continue taking measures to avoid heatstroke.
The Meteorological Agency says a high-pressure system will cover areas near the country's main island of Honshu, bringing sunny and hot weather.
Daytime highs will rise to 35 degrees or higher in many regions, with 39 degrees forecast for Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, and 38 degrees in Kyoto City.
Heatstroke alerts have been issued for 20 prefectures, including Kyoto and Nagasaki.
The continued sweltering heat over an extended period has led to a rise in the number of people who have been taken to hospital with symptoms of heatstroke. Some patients have died.
People are advised to use air conditioning, consume adequate amounts of water and salt, and take breaks during outdoor activities.
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Japanese weather officials expect Sunday to be another scorching day across the country. Temperatures are expected to reach dangerous levels of 38 degrees Celsius or higher in the Kinki region. People are advised to continue taking measures to avoid heatstroke. The Meteorological Agency says a high-pressure system will cover areas near the country's main island of Honshu, bringing sunny and hot weather. Daytime highs will rise to 35 degrees or higher in many regions, with 39 degrees forecast for Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, and 38 degrees in Kyoto City. Heatstroke alerts have been issued for 20 prefectures, including Kyoto and Nagasaki. The continued sweltering heat over an extended period has led to a rise in the number of people who have been taken to hospital with symptoms of heatstroke. Some patients have died. People are advised to use air conditioning, consume adequate amounts of water and salt, and take breaks during outdoor activities.


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