A scorching heatwave continues to grip us here in Korea,... with temperatures hovering between the mid-30s to near 40 degrees Celsius range in most places. <br /> The searing heat has killed ten people this summer alone,... double the amount recorded this time last year.<br />In addition,... the number of people with heat-related illnesses had easily surpassed 15-hundred as of Saturday. <br /> Korea Center for Diseases Control and Prevention is advising people to stay hydrated, especially the old and the young who are more prone to heat-related illnesses, adding they should refrain from outdoor activities when temperatures are at their highest -- from noon to 3PM.<br /> And as a safety precaution for all,... in the case of an emergency,... if an individual loses consciousness due to the heat -- make sure to call 1-1-9 right away.<br />While you wait for an ambulance,.. do NOT attempt to give water to an unconscious patient as it could cause them to suffocate. <br />
