‘Stop all outdoor activities’: South Korea records its highest ever temperature
South Korea has recorded its highest temperature since 1904, with cities reaching 42.5C. Authorities have issued emergency heat alerts and advised citizens to avoid outdoor activities.
Women use portable fans to cool off at the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul in July. South Korea has recorded its hottest temperature and issued a heat alert./Getty Images Women use portable fans to cool off at the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul in July. South Korea has recorded its hottest temperature and issued a heat alert./Getty Images South Korea ‘Stop all outdoor activities’: South Korea records its highest ever temperature Authorities issue alert saying indoor spaces without airconditioning are ‘dangerous’ as temperatures pass 40C for fifth straight day
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