HEAT INDEX WATCH: Temperatures peak at 44ºC in 2 PH areas on May 3

MANILA, Philippines — The highest recorded heat index on Sunday was 44ºC in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, and Aparri, Cagayan, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Heat index refers to how hot it feels to the human body when air temperature and humidity are combined. READ: Here’s how to protect yourself from high heat index, according to DOH Indices ranging from 42ºC to 51ºC are automatically categorized by Pagasa as “danger” level due to increased risks of heat cramps and heat exhaustion, which could lead to heat stroke. In total, 15 areas registered “danger” level heat indices […]... Keep on reading: HEAT INDEX WATCH: Temperatures peak at 44ºC in 2 PH areas on May 3

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