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Japan: Heat Wave: 2020/08
GLIDE: HT-2020-000183-JPN
| Period | 2020/08 |
|---|---|
| Country or District | Japan |
| Event Type | Heat Wave |
| Outline | A total of 12,804 people were taken to hospital by ambulance due to symptoms of heatstroke in Japan on 10-16 August 2020. |
| Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Human Impact | Physical Impact | Others |
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Report/Articles
NHK 2020/08/24
In Tokyo, the death toll from heatstroke in August now stands at 170.
NHK 2020/08/21
The death toll in Tokyo from heatstroke this month totals 148.
NHK 2020/08/18
People in Tokyo are struggling with the scorching summer heat. Health officials say 79 people died of heatstroke in the capital this month.
JIJI PRESS 2020/08/18
Of the total, 30 people died, the Fire and Disaster Management Agency said.