Following a public holiday, the city of Nagoya and other parts of Japan are preparing for the onset of an intense heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach a sweltering 40°C. The local government and health authorities are issuing advisories to the public on managing heat-related illnesses as the nation braces for the harsh weather conditions. The rising temperatures are attributed to global warming, raising the alarm for climate change activists.

Extreme weather events, particularly heatwaves, are a significant concern in Japan, as they often lead to fatalities and disrupt daily life. The government and the general public take keen interest in these events, preparing in advance to mitigate the impact. This includes setting up cooling centers, distributing cooling aids, and communicating safety guidelines. In addition, the issue of climate change — a major contributor to such severe weather conditions — is a serious discussion in the country.

In the US and the EU, heatwaves are also treated as severe events, requiring substantial preparation and response to safety issues. Public advisories are issued, and similar to Japan, cooling centers may be opened. However, the occurrence of such intense heatwaves is rarer in most of Europe compared to Japan, while in the US, such high temperatures are more common, particularly in the Southwestern states.