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Malaysia's meteorological authority has cautioned that scorching, arid conditions will grip Sarawak and parts of Borneo through mid-August, elevating haze and visibility hazards as southerly winds push heat across the region.
South Korea's scorching heat wave pushed temperatures above 40°C in Seoul and several other cities on Friday, marking the capital's hottest day in six years and raising concerns across the region.
South Korea's weather agency has placed 43 per cent of the Greater Seoul area under its most severe heat wave warning, affecting 20 of 46 weather districts as the nation grapples with record temperatures and mounting health casualties.
South Korea has recorded 21 deaths from heat-related illnesses so far in 2024, surpassing the previous year's total, as the nation contends with an intense heatwave bringing temperatures above 39°C.
South Korea faces severe heat conditions as southeastern cities hit all-time temperature records. Busan reported its highest temperature since 1904, while the Korea Meteorological Administration warns of continued extreme heat through early August.
A major wildfire in southeastern France has consumed 1,700 hectares and left 2,300 households without electricity. Emergency services deployed nearly 900 firefighters as extreme heat continues across Europe.