On the 1st, at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, a member of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions is wiping away his sweat during a press conference for the ‘2026 Korean Confederation of Trade Unions Heat Wave Monitoring Group Launch and Plan Announcement’. Reporter Lee Jun-heon The sweltering heat will continue for the time being, with daytime temperatures rising to around 35 degrees across the country. On the 12th, the first severe heat wave warning of the year was issued in southern Gyeongsangbuk-do. The Korea Meteorological Administration said that the maximum temperature during the day rose to 38 degrees in some areas on this day and the 13th, warning of further heatwaves nationwide.