AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoExtreme Heat in Seoul: South Korea’s weather agency issued its first-ever “severe heatwave warning” for Seoul under a new system, as the country sweltered through record-breaking temperatures up to 42.5°C and nearly 300 people were hospitalized; authorities urged residents to stop or postpone outdoor work and move to air-conditioned spaces or heat-relief shelters. Heatwave Response: The heat is shifting from the southeast toward central and western areas, with Seoul reporting 12 straight tropical nights and forecasts of “feels-like” temperatures around 35–38°C, pushing local governments into emergency mode. Industrial Safety Under Pressure: In Gunsan, a subcontractor at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries died after his head was trapped in equipment—reported as the third fatal accident at the company’s yards this month—prompting investigations and partial work suspension orders. Circular Waste-to-Energy Research: Korean researchers say they can convert moist spent coffee grounds into biochar in 90 seconds using flame plasma pyrolysis, aiming to turn high-moisture food waste into usable fuel. Seoul Climate Alerts: Seoul also issued a severe heatwave warning again as temperatures soared, reinforcing the city’s push for faster public guidance during dangerous heat.
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