Blistering heatwave continues to scorch Japan

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TOKYO, Aug. 7 (Xinhua) -- Japan continued to be hit by a blistering heatwave Friday with temperatures in the capital rising above 35 degrees Celsius for the first time this summer.

In Shizuoka City, the mercury rose to 37.1 degrees, while Saitama City saw temperatures hit 36.4 degrees.

The mercury rose as high as 35.4 degrees in central Tokyo, the weather agency here said.

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the sweltering hit that has baked wide swathes of the country is a result of a high-pressure system spanning western to northeastern Japan bringing clear skies and soaring temperatures.

The JMA said that overnight through Saturday the blistering conditions are expected to continue across wide areas in Japan, with the mercury likely to stay above the 25 degree-mark, with highs of 35 degrees forecast for seven cities on Saturday.

The weather agency has warned people to be careful of heat-related illnesses, including heatstroke and dehydration, and has advised people to drink plenty of water on a frequent basis.

The agency also urged people amid the heatwave to make use of air-conditioners and not expose themselves to direct sunlight when outside. Enditem

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