Japan Issues Widespread Heatstroke Warnings Amidst Extreme Temperatures

Japan has placed 37 prefectures under heatstroke alerts as temperatures near 40 degrees Celsius across the country. The Japan Meteorological Agency also cautioned residents about the possibility of localized heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and associated risks such as landslides and flooding. This situation coincides with the full activation of a revised five-level disaster warning system, intended to provide clearer guidance for evacuations during various natural hazards.