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South Korea heat wave 2026

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Latest: South Korea heatwave causes surge in heat-related illnesses

The heat wave that began on Jeju Island in late July 2026 spread nationwide by early August, driving a sharp rise in heat‑related illnesses. Between early August and the end of the month, 1,299 people required treatment