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Heatwave grips southwest Japan, record-tying 39.3 deg C at Kyushu tourist spot

From The Straits Times · () English

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  • A severe heatwave gripped southwestern Japan on July 11, with temperatures reaching a record-tying 39.3 degrees Celsius in Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture.
  • The Japan Meteorological Agency reported 43 observation points recorded temperatures of 35 C or higher, classifying them as "extremely hot days."
  • The agency forecasts scorching temperatures to continue across western and eastern Japan until around July 18.

Southwestern Japan is currently enduring a punishing heatwave, with temperatures soaring on July 11. Dazaifu, a popular tourist destination in Fukuoka Prefecture, recorded a scorching 39.3 degrees Celsius, matching a previous record high. This intense heat signifies a critical weather event for the region.

The Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed that 43 of the country's 914 observation points registered temperatures of 35 degrees Celsius or above, meeting the criteria for an "extremely hot day." Furthermore, over half of all observation points, totaling 491, experienced temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. Residents in Fukuoka and neighboring Kumamoto Prefecture have been strongly advised to take precautions against heatstroke.

Looking ahead, the meteorological agency anticipates that the extreme heat will persist. Scorching temperatures are expected to affect western and eastern Japan through approximately July 18. This prolonged period of intense heat poses a significant public health concern and requires ongoing vigilance.

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