According to the Japan Times newspaper, high temperatures continue to affect many cities in Japan.

In the city of Tanba in Hyogo Prefecture, the temperature reached 41.2 degrees, which was the highest in the country's history.

The temperature exceeded 41.1 degrees, recorded in 2018 and 2020, and is considered the highest in the country.

Last week, more than 5,000 people across the country went to hospitals with fever-related illnesses.

Authorities warn that the heat wave may last for several days and urge citizens to take measures to prevent heat stroke. aa.com.tr.