HEAT INDEX WATCH: ‘Danger’ level logged in 20 areas on May 4

MANILA, Philippines — Twenty areas across the country recorded “danger” level heat indices on Monday, May 4, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said. Heat index refers to the heat the human body feels when air temperature and humidity are combined. READ: Here’s how to protect yourself from high heat index, according to DOH Due to increased risks of heat cramps and heat exhaustion, which could lead to heat stroke, indices ranging from 42ºC to 51ºC are automatically categorized by Pagasa as “danger” level. Among the 20 areas, Dagupan City in Pangasinan and Virac (Synop) in Catanduanes […]... Keep on reading: HEAT INDEX WATCH: ‘Danger’ level logged in 20 areas on May 4

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