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Japan Swelters in Heatwave, Hundreds Hospitalized
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A severe heatwave has gripped Japan, with over 450 people receiving hospital treatment for heat-related issues in a single day, the highest number since records began 16 years ago.
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Japan Swelters in Heatwave, Hundreds Hospitalized
A severe heatwave has gripped Japan, with over 450 people receiving hospital treatment for heat-related issues in a single day, the highest number since records began 16 years ago. Emergency services have reported a surge in heat-related emergencies, with 453 people hospitalised on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The Tokyo Fire Department stated that emergency callouts were also at the highest level since at least 1963. The heatwave has killed several people in Japan, with the country sweltering in temperatures above 35°C. The heatwave is expected to continue, with temperatures expected to remain high in the coming days.
Japan Heatwave 'Disaster' Hospitalises Hundreds
A heatwave in Japan has led to a surge in hospitalisations, with 453 people receiving treatment for heat-related issues on Wednesday. The Tokyo Fire Department said this was the highest number since records began in 2010. Emergency callouts were also at the highest level since at least 1963. The heatwave has caused widespread disruption, with many people forced to stay indoors to avoid the extreme temperatures. The Japanese government has urged people to take precautions to stay cool and safe.
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