Heatstroke Kills 26 In Tokyo Over 9 Days
Officials in Tokyo say 26 people died of heatstroke in the metropolitan area over nine days through Monday, as a severe heat wave continues to grip Japan.
The Medical Examiner's Office said about 80 percent of the victims were aged 70 or over.
Of the 26 reported deaths, 25 occurred indoors. Twenty-two of the victims either did not have an air conditioner or had not been using one.
The deaths bring the total number of fatalities from heatstroke in Tokyo this month to 79.
Public health authorities are advising people to reduce the risk by using air conditioning around the clock, and drinking water frequently.
