Three lions at Tama Zoological Park in Hino have died from suspected heatstroke amid an unprecedented heatwave in Japan. With temperatures reaching 40C, the zoo's 16 lions have struggled against extreme humidity. Other big cats are currently undergoing treatment as the country faces record-breaking summer heat, including days designated as cruelly hot. Staff confirmed the deaths occurred as Japan swelters through severe weather conditions affecting the animals' welfare.
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