South Korean weather agency to publish white paper on heat waves for first time


Pedestrians cross a street in Seoul on Monday (Aug 12) amid sweltering heat. – The Korea Herald

SEOUL: The state weather agency said Sunday (Aug 18) it will publish its first-ever white paper on heat waves as South Korea experiences record-breaking temperatures this summer.

The paper, set to be released by the end of this year, will cover the history and causes of heat waves, provide midterm and long-term forecasts, and examine the impact of heat waves on society, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration.

Although the KMA has previously issued papers on monsoons and typhoons, this will be the first time it will publish one specifically on heat waves.

Twenty-two people have died from heat-related illnesses so far this year, with 2,652 people affected by the heat waves. – The Korea Herald/ANN

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