People sought respite from soaring temperatures on Tuesday at the Cheonggye Cooling Zone in central Seoul, as a severe heatwave continued to grip the South Korean capital.
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA), the highest-level heatwave warning remains in effect for Seoul amid forecasts that temperatures will climb to 38C during the day.
The cooling area at Cheonggye Plaza has become a popular refuge for residents and visitors seeking relief from the extreme conditions.
South Korea has experienced prolonged hot weather in recent weeks, prompting authorities to expand heat-mitigation measures and urge vulnerable groups to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
