Toyama Prefecture faces dangerous heat wave with temperatures over 35°C

On August 7, Toyama Prefecture recorded dangerously high temperatures, with forecasts of 36 °C in Toyama City and 34 °C in Takaoka. The heat has triggered a heat‑stroke alert across the region. Authorities advise residents to use air‑conditioning responsibly, stay hydrated, and replenish electrolytes.

The extreme heat follows a broader heat‑wave affecting much of Japan, prompting local governments to issue warnings and encourage precautionary measures to protect public health.