South Korea: 16 Dead Amid Record Heat Wave, President Lee Urges Action The scorching heat that has engulfed South Korea in recent weeks has claimed 16 lives.
President Lee Jae Myung's call for swift action is long overdue, but it raises questions about the government's ability to manage the consequences of climate change.
Between May 15 and August 2 this year, over 2,000 people have suffered heat related illnesses, with temperatures soaring to record highs in cities like Seoul.