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June 26, 2023

Beijing Suffers Record-Breaking Heat Wave with More Dangerous Temperatures Forecast
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Northern China suffered a weekend of record temperatures, with highs in
the capital Beijing topping 40 degrees Celsius, or 104 degrees
Fahrenheit, for three consecutive days. Authorities are warning of more
dangerous heat in the forecast and recommend people limit their time
outdoors. This is a 28-year-old Beijing resident.

Mr. Zhang: "I'm definitely worried, but I think I'm still young and can
handle it. But I hope the older people will go out as little as possible
these days and just stay at home. The temperature outside is just too
hot. If your physical strength is not good or you have high blood
pressure, it is easy to get heat stroke."



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