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Dangerous heat index grips 33 areas; hits 45°C in Cuyo, Palawan
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported that 33 areas across the country experienced a dangerous heat index on Wednesday, May 14.
A heat index ranging from 42 to 51 degrees Celsius is categorized as dangerous, posing risks of heat cramps, exhaustion, and potentially heat stroke.
Cuyo in Palawan recorded the highest heat index at 45°C.
Other areas with a dangerous heat index of 44°C include Dagupan City, Aparri in Cagayan, and San Jose in Occidental Mindoro.
Several locations registered a heat index of 43°C, such as Laoag City, Bacnotan, Iba in Zambales, Tayabas, Puerto Princesa City, Legazpi City, Masbate City, CBSUA-Pili, Dumangas, Borongan, and Catarman.
A heat index of 42°C was noted in NAIA in Pasay City, Tuguegarao City, Baler and Casiguran in Aurora, Cubi Point in Subic Bay, San Ildefonso in Bulacan, Sangley Point in Cavite, Ambulong in Batangas, Infanta and Alabat in Quezon, NAS-UPLB in Laguna, Calapan, Coron, Romblon, Virac, Aborlan, and Butuan City.
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