MANILA – The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) issued a cautionary notice regarding potentially hazardous heat index levels in six regions across the nation on Friday (12 April 2024).
According to PAGASA’s 5 p.m. forecast on Thursday, the following locales are anticipated to experience a heat index ranging from 42°C to 44°C on Friday:
Dagupan City, Pangasinan – 44°C|
Bacnotan, La Union – 43°C|
Puerto Princesa City, Palawan – 42°C|
Aborlan, Palawan – 42°C
Catarman, Northern Samar – 42°C
Cotabato City, Maguindanao – 42°C
PAGASA explains that the heat index is a measure of what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is factored in with the air temperature.
The bureau strongly advises the public to minimize outdoor activities, particularly during midday, and to ensure adequate hydration by drinking plenty of water. Those venturing outdoors should employ umbrellas, hats, and wear sleeved clothing for protection.
Meanwhile, most parts of the country will continue to experience generally fair weather conditions, with the exception of Batanes, which may encounter scattered rain showers and thunderstorms due to a frontal system.
Throughout the archipelago, light to moderate winds and slight to moderate seas are expected.
Temperature projections for key cities are as follows: Metro Manila, 26°C to 33°C; Baguio City, 17°C to 24°C; Laoag City, 25°C to 33°C; Legazpi City, 24°C to 32°C; Metro Cebu, 26°C to 32°C; and Metro Davao, 25°C to 35°C.
(By el Amigo/MNM)
