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Heat haze is seen on road in Ulsan, southeastern industrial city, on July 23.

Top-tier heat alert expanded in south as temperatures near 40 degrees Celsius

The national weather agency imposed the warning on additional areas while urging people to refrain from outdoor activities.

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