Extreme Heat Hits Asia and South Korea as Gyeonggi Province Offers Climate Insurance
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · South Korea
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- South China Morning Post
- The Korea Herald
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A record heatwave is affecting Asia, with South Korea recording its hottest day on record on July 31 when temperatures reached 41.4 degrees Celsius in Yangsan. The extreme weather has raised concerns regarding health risks and the stability of power infrastructure due to increased demand for air conditioning. In response to such climate risks, the Gyeonggi provincial government is providing a fully funded climate insurance program for all registered residents, including foreign residents regardless of nationality or visa type. The policy covers heat and cold related illnesses, as well as certain climate related infectious diseases such as dengue fever and Lyme disease. Eligible residents can receive 150,000 won for a heat or cold related illness diagnosis, up to 100,000 won for hospital admissions, and a death benefit of 3 million won. Claims are processed through Meritz Fire and Marine Insurance.
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