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Japan issues heatstroke alert for 41 prefectures as temperature hits record 40.5°C
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a heatstroke warning for 41 prefectures as an extreme heat wave grips the country. With temperatures hitting 40.5°C, the Tokyo Fire Department said 287 people were hospitalized due to heatstroke.
An extreme heat wave sweeping Japan has prompted heatstroke alerts in 41 prefectures. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued a widespread warning as temperatures soared following the end of the rainy season.
According to data reported by NHK television, temperatures reached 40.5 degrees in Kuwana city in Mie prefecture and 40.1 degrees in Hamamatsu city in Shizuoka prefecture. In many other cities across the country, temperatures exceeded 39 degrees.
Officials warned the public to avoid prolonged outdoor exposure and to drink plenty of water to prevent heatstroke.
The Tokyo Fire Department reported that 287 people were hospitalized nationwide with heatstroke symptoms.
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