May 3: 14 areas under ‘danger’ heat index
MANILA, Philippines — Fourteen areas across the country are under the “danger” heat index level, the state weather bureau PAGASA said on Saturday, May 2, warning of scorching temperatures and possible health risks.
In its latest bulletin, PAGASA said heat index values in these areas may range from 42°Celsius to 43°C.
Laoag City, Ilocos Norte; Dagupan City, Pangasinan; Bacnotan, La Union; Aparri, Cagayan; and Tuguegarao City, Cagayan are expected to record the highest heat index on Sunday, May 3, at 43°C.
Other areas under the “danger” level include:
- NAIA Pasay City, Metro Manila – 42°C
- Subic Bay, Olongapo City – 42°C
- TAU Camiling, Tarlac – 42°C
- Sangley Point, Cavite City – 42°C
- Infanta, Quezon – 42°C
- Cuyo, Palawan – 42°C
- CBSUA-Pili, Camarines Sur – 42°C
- Dumangas, Iloilo – 42°C
Most parts of the country remain under the “extreme caution” category, with heat index levels ranging from 33°C to 41°C.
The state weather bureau said prolonged exposure to these conditions may lead to heat cramps and heat exhaustion.
In Metro Manila, the Science Garden in Quezon City is under the same classification, with a forecast heat index of 40°C.
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