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People across Japan have been urged to take precautions against a heatwave that has killed about 30 people.

Thousands more have sought hospital treatment for heat-related conditions over the past two weeks.

Temperatures reached 40.7C (105F) in central Japan earlier this week, a five-year nationwide peak.

In the city of Kyoto temperatures have stood above 38C (100.4F) for seven days in a row for the first time since records began in the 19th Century.

The Japanese education ministry told schools to take thorough measures to prevent heat stroke after a six-year-old boy died following an outdoor class in Aichi Prefecture on Tuesday.

Japan's meteorological agency urged people to drink sufficient water to prevent heat exhaustion.

Image copyright Reuters Image caption The heatwave has caused misery for volunteers in flooded parts of Japan

The temperatures are also complicating flood recovery efforts in western Japan, as many volunteers struggle with the heat.

More than 200 people were killed in the floods and mudslides triggered by record rainfall earlier this month.</s>Record-breaking temperatures have lasted for nearly a week, with the mercury reaching 38C or higher in parts of Japan. The heatwave is thought to be lasting until at least the end of the month, with temperatures soaring every day. Cities seem to be worst hit, with officials in Tokyo reporting more than 3,000 emergency calls in 24 hours - a single day record. Japan's meteorological agency has issued advice for residents, urging them to stay hydrated.

Avoiding outdoor exercise and seeking medical attention as soon as any symptoms of heatstroke appear is also crucial. More than 12,000 people have attended hospital due to heat-related concerns in the first two weeks of July according to official figures. In Kyoto, records have been broken as the mercury measured above 38C for seven consecutive days. This is the longest it has been so warm since records began.

A six-year-old boy is the youngest person to have died due to the heatwave. He took part in a school outing in the boiling hot weather and died of heatstroke. Officials have warned schools to postpone outdoor activities until after the heatwave has subsided. AccuWeather President and Founder Dr Joel N. Myers said: “AccuWeather estimates the death toll from Japan heat wave is likely already in the hundreds despite the official toll of somewhat more than two dozen, and we predict the number will climb into the thousands before the heat wave ends,”

“The actual total human toll may not ever be known as heat-related fatality reports are historically underdone since not all deaths are correctly attributed to heat and some result from accelerating serious health issues and the fatalities show up weeks later. “The elderly and those with pre-existent conditions, such as asthma and heart failure, are likely to face declining health due to exacerbation of their conditions due to weather. “Heat exhaustion and stroke, dehydration, migraines, loss of sleep and mood alteration can all occur due to dangerous heat. “Historical data shows that more people are likely to be involved in vehicle crashes due to heat-related impacts, such as decreased ability to concentrate, the poor quality of sleep they get and impaired mood, etc.”</s>Record-breaking temperatures have lasted for nearly a week, with the mercury reaching 38C or higher in parts of Japan. The heatwave is thought to be lasting until at least the end of the month, with temperatures soaring every day. Cities seem to be worst hit, with officials in Tokyo reporting more than 3,000 emergency calls in 24 hours - a single day record. Japan's meteorological agency has issued advice for residents, urging them to stay hydrated.

Avoiding outdoor exercise and seeking medical attention as soon as any symptoms of heatstroke appear is also crucial. More than 12,000 people have attended hospital due to heat-related concerns in the first two weeks of July according to official figures. In Kyoto, records have been broken as the mercury measured above 38C for seven consecutive days. This is the longest it has been so warm since records began.

A six-year-old boy is the youngest person to have died due to the heatwave. He took part in a school outing in the boiling hot weather and died of heatstroke. Officials have warned schools to postpone outdoor activities until after the heatwave has subsided. AccuWeather President and Founder Dr Joel N. Myers said: “AccuWeather estimates the death toll from Japan heat wave is likely already in the hundreds despite the official toll of somewhat more than two dozen, and we predict the number will climb into the thousands before the heat wave ends,”

“The actual total human toll may not ever be known as heat-related fatality reports are historically underdone since not all deaths are correctly attributed to heat and some result from accelerating serious health issues and the fatalities show up weeks later. “The elderly and those with pre-existent conditions, such as asthma and heart failure, are likely to face declining health due to exacerbation of their conditions due to weather. “Heat exhaustion and stroke, dehydration, migraines, loss of sleep and mood alteration can all occur due to dangerous heat. “Historical data shows that more people are likely to be involved in vehicle crashes due to heat-related impacts, such as decreased ability to concentrate, the poor quality of sleep they get and impaired mood, etc.”</s>A heatwave gripping Japan has so far killed more than 30 people – 10 in one day alone – and has sent thousands to hospital.

The country has been enduring record-breaking temperatures of up to 40.7C (105F) after nearly a week where thermometers have not dipped blow 38C in places.

And people have been warned to brace for more scorching weather that threatens to last until the end of the month.

In Tokyo alone, rescuers responded to more than 3,000 emergency calls over 24-hours – a single-day record.

The youngest known victim of the heatwave is a six-year-old boy who died following an outdoor class at his school in central Japan.

The sweltering heat has raised concerns about the suitability of Tokyo as a venue for the 2020 Olympics.

Japan’s meteorological agency urged people to drink enough water to prevent heat exhaustion.

The intense heat has also made it more difficult for disaster victims and rescuers in areas devastated by the torrential rains that caused extensive flooding and deadly landslides in western Japan earlier this month.</s>Officials are warning residents in Japan to take precautions during the hottest heatwave in five years. More than 10,000 people have been taken to hospital due to heat stroke-related symptoms according to The Japan Times. Tokyo fire department reported that rescue teams on June 19 responded to more than 3,000 emergency calls with 317 people taken to hospital. Students who have been taking part in activities outside have been affected by scorching temperatures, with some taken to hospital showing signs of exhaustion and heatstroke.

Flights have faced delays due to the sweltering temperatures, with a runway at Tokyo’s Haneda airport weakening and caving in under the heat. Kyoto City has had temperatures reach above 38C for seven days straight, the longest since records began in the 19th Century. Japan’s Meteorological Agency has predicted that high temperatures could last until August 2.

The temperatures are causing concern for the 2020 Olympics which are being held in Tokyo in the summer months. Whilst hot locations for the Olympics are nothing new, Japan’s combination of scorching heat and smothering humidity can be a deadly combination. How many people have died? The death toll currently stands at 30 people, with 10 deaths reported on Thursday, June 19 alone.

A six-year-old boy died on June 17 after taking part in a lesson outside. This tragedy led to the education ministry advising schools across the country to enact preventive measures. The hot weather will reportedly continue, with Accuweather predicting the death toll will continue to rise. “AccuWeather estimates the death toll from Japan heatwave is likely already in the hundreds despite the official toll of somewhat more than two dozen, and we predict the number will climb into the thousands before the heatwave ends,” AccuWeather President and Founder Dr Joel N. Myers said.

A six-year-old boy died on June 17 after taking part in a lesson outside. This tragedy led to the education ministry advising schools across the country to enact preventive measures. The hot weather will reportedly continue, with Accuweather predicting the death toll will continue to rise. “AccuWeather estimates the death toll from Japan heatwave is likely already in the hundreds despite the official toll of somewhat more than two dozen, and we predict the number will climb into the thousands before the heatwave ends,” AccuWeather President and Founder Dr Joel N. Myers said. “The actual total human toll may not ever be known as heat-related fatality reports are historically underdone since not all deaths are correctly attributed to heat and some result from accelerating serious health issues and the fatalities show up weeks later.</s>A jacket with fans, road coating that cools down the heat and factory mist sprays were all on offer at a Japanese trade fair on Thursday as the nation struggles with a record heatwave. Ed Giles reports.

AN EXTREME heatwave that has hit in Japan has led to temperatures as high as 40C, with the casualties climbing up as more deaths were reported.

The Japan Times reports that more than 10,000 people had been taken to hospital due to heat stroke related symptoms.

The death toll had climbed to 30, after 10 more deaths were reported on Thursday.

Some areas in central Japan registered record high temperatures of 40C, said the Japan Meteorological Agency.

On Friday, temperatures had reached a little above 35C, with the heatwave set to continue over the next few days.

The Tokyo Fire Department reported that, rescue teams Thursday responded to more than 3000 emergency calls as the temperatures soared to 40C and 317 people were taken to hospital.

Students involved in outdoor activities across the country were also affected by the rising temperatures and some were taken to hospital after they showed symptoms of heat stroke and exhaustion.

A six-year-old child died on Tuesday after participating in an outdoor class in school, which led the education ministry to urge educational institutions across the country to adopt preventive measures.

West Japan, still grappling with the devastating effects of torrential rains in the beginning of July, has now been hit by the high temperatures, which are hampering rescue and reconstruction efforts.

High temperatures also caused flight delays on Wednesday from Tokyo’s Haneda airport after one of the runway’s floor weakened due to heat and caved in, the Japanese transport ministry said.

The heatwave is expected to continue into next week, with AccuWeather estimating the death toll would rise.

“AccuWeather estimates the death toll from Japan heatwave is likely already in the hundreds despite the official toll of somewhat more than two dozen, and we predict the number will climb into the thousands before the heatwave ends,” AccuWeather President and Founder Dr. Joel N. Myers said.

“The actual total human toll may not ever be known as heat-related fatality reports are historically underdone since not all deaths are correctly attributed to heat and some result from accelerating serious health issues and the fatalities show up weeks later.

“The elderly and those with pre-existent conditions, such as asthma and heart failure, are likely to face declining health due to exacerbation of their conditions due to weather.

“Heat exhaustion and stroke, dehydration, migraines, loss of sleep and mood alteration can all occur due to dangerous heat.

“Historical data shows that more people are likely to be involved in vehicle crashes due to heat-related impacts, such as decreased ability to concentrate, the poor quality of sleep they get and impaired mood, etc.”

The heatwave in Japan is also reviving concerns about the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, which will be held during the country’s notoriously sweltering summer.

While the Games have been held in places that are hotter or more humid than Tokyo, including Athens and Beijing, Japan’s sweaty summers offer both blistering heat and smothering humidity in a particularly unpleasant, and sometimes deadly, combination.

Olympic officials and Tokyo’s local government are touting measures from solar-blocking paint on roads to mobile misting stations to tackle the heat.

But some experts fear the efforts are insufficient, in a country where summer heat kills hundreds of people and hospitalises tens of thousands each year.</s>A continuing heat wave in Japan has led to temperatures as high as 40C, with the casualties climbing up as more deaths were reported.

Public broadcaster NHK reported that until Friday a number of people had been taken to hospital due to heat stroke related symptoms.

The death toll had climbed to 30, after 10 more deaths were reported on Thursday.

Some areas in central Japan registered record high temperatures of 40C, said the Japan Meteorological Agency.

On Friday, temperatures had reached a little above 35C, with the heatwave set to continue over the next few days.

The Tokyo Fire Department reported that, rescue teams Thursday responded to more than 3000 emergency calls as the temperatures soared to 40C and 317 people were taken to hospital.

Students involved in outdoor activities across the country were also affected by the rising temperatures and some were taken to hospital after they showed symptoms of heat stroke and exhaustion.

A six-year-old child died on Tuesday after participating in an outdoor class in school, which led the education ministry to urge educational institutions across the country to adopt preventive measures.

West Japan, still grappling with the devastating effects of torrential rains in the beginning of July, has now been hit by the high temperatures, which are hampering rescue and reconstruction efforts.

High temperatures also caused flight delays on Wednesday from Tokyo's Haneda airport after one of the runway's floor weakened due to heat and caved in, the Japanese transport ministry said.</s>People across Japan have been urged to take precautions against a heatwave that has killed about 30 people.

Thousands more have sought hospital treatment for heat-related conditions over the past two weeks.

In the city of Kyoto temperatures have stood above 38C (100.4F) for seven days in a row for the first time since records began in the 19th Century.

The Japanese education ministry told schools to take thorough measures to prevent heat stroke after a six-year-old boy died following an outdoor class in Aichi Prefecture on Tuesday.

The temperatures are also complicating flood recovery efforts in western Japan, as many volunteers struggle with the heat.

More than 200 people were killed in the floods and mudslides triggered by record rainfall earlier this month.</s>More than a dozen people have died in Tokyo as Japan struggles to cope in record-breaking heat.

Temperatures in Japan are often hot and humid, but the current weather is bringing unprecedented stretches of unrelenting heat.

At least 14 people are known to have died in the Japanese capital alone, with the Philippine television network ABS-CBN reporting that the total number of people who have died since the heatwave began on July 9 has reached 30.

Temperatures in the ancient capital of Kyoto was 38.3 degrees Celsius on Thursday, marking the seventh straight day of 38C or higher heat - a level unseen since record-keeping first began.

The highest recorded temperature in this current heatwave was 40.7C in the central Gifu Prefecture. This was reported on Wednesday, the same day that Tokyo’s temperature surged to 36C.

Tens of thousands of people between the ages of one and 105 have received hospital treatment.

The education ministry is urging schools and universities to take measures to prevent heat stroke after a six-year-old boy died on Tuesday following an outdoor class at his elementary school in Aichi Prefecture, central Japan.

The extreme heat has made it increasingly difficult for the victims of devastating flooding and landslides which smashed western Japan just two weeks ago, destroying nearly 10,000 households in Hiroshima, Okayama and Ehime.

The heatwave is also reviving concerns about the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, which will be held during the summer.

The temperature across much of Japan is expected to be slightly lower over the next two days, before rising again on Monday and Tuesday.</s>Dozens of people have died following Japan's heatwave as thousands suffered with heat stroke

Health authorities have issued a dire warning to the public, urging them to take strict precautions against the summer heat as boiling weather continues to endanger locals.

Temperatures in central Japan reached 40.7C, the country's highest recorded temperature in five years.

The Tokyo Fire Department responded to more than 3,000 emergency calls, with 317 people were taken to hospital. Across the nation around 10,000 people have been treated for heat exhaustion or sunstroke.

Locals in Kyoto experience 38C temperatures for seven consecutive days, the region's first occurrence since temperatures were recorded in the 19th century.
The death toll from a heatwave in Japan rises to 30.