Public urged to take heatstroke measures as dangerous heat grips Japan
The Japan Meteorological Agency says the country recorded its highest-ever temperature of 41.8 degrees Celsius on Tuesday in Isesaki City, north of Tokyo.
The agency says temperatures of 40 degrees or higher were recorded on Tuesday at 14 observation points in the Kanto region, including Tokyo.
On Wednesday, daytime highs may reach 40 degrees Celsius in Shizuoka City. The mercury is also expected to reach 39 degrees in the cities of Toyooka and Kofu, and 38 degrees in the cities of Odawara, Tsu, Kyoto and elsewhere.
Central Tokyo and the western cities of Osaka and Okayama are expected to see temperatures rise to 37 degrees.
Heatstroke alerts have been issued for areas stretching from Tohoku in the northeast to Okinawa in the southwest.
People are advised to use air conditioners as needed, take liquids and salt and rest frequently during outdoor activities.
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