The Ministry of the Environment has launched a new heatstroke special caution alert, in response to the rising risks posed by global warming. This system, which triggers an alert when the heat index exceeds 35 across all areas of a prefecture, is a step up from previous measures. Fukuoka and Dazaifu cities have already identified potential cooling shelters to protect vulnerable populations during extreme heat conditions. These shelters are essential in providing relief for those without adequate home cooling systems or for those who must be outdoors during high temperatures. The initiative is part of broader efforts to mitigate the impact of heatstroke, which claims over a thousand lives annually in Japan. Source: NHK
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