26-day heatwave in Seoul breaks 118-year-old record, linked to global climate change warning by UN Secretary-General.

26 consecutive tropical nights (above 25°C) in Seoul have broken a 118-year-old record, with the city experiencing the longest streak since 1907. This heatwave, part of a global trend, has led UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to warn of an "extreme heat epidemic" due to climate change. Seoul's record streak ties a 2018 streak, and its Office of Metrology predicts the current heatwave to continue until next week, potentially setting a new record daily.

August 16, 2024
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