China is sizzling under the sun like never before! The National Climate Center reported Wednesday that this year’s flood season has brought record-breaking heatwaves, arriving earlier and lingering longer than usual. 🌞
Since the season began, the country has averaged 8.5 hot days nationwide – the highest ever recorded for this period. Temperatures hit the second-highest mark in history, with 45 weather stations logging all-time highs. One standout? Xingping in Shaanxi province, where thermometers hit a blistering 43.1°C! 🥵
In response, authorities issued their first-ever high-temperature health risk warning on July 2, urging residents to stay hydrated and avoid peak sun hours. 💧⛱️
China’s stepping up its climate game too! The country recently launched a national plan to build early warning systems for climate-related health risks. Because let’s face it – climate change isn’t just a buzzword anymore. 🌍🔔
