PAGASA warns 16 areas of danger level heat index

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned that sixteen areas across the country will experience a "danger" level heat index, potentially reaching as high as 44 degrees Celsius.

These locations are at risk of heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke due to the extreme temperatures.

Specific areas under the danger classification include ISU Echage in Isabela, Casiguran in Aurora, Subic Bay in Olongapo City, San Idelfonso in Bulacan, Camiling in Tarlac, Roxas City in Capiz, Cuyo in Palawan, Iloilo City, Panglao International Airport in Bohol, Catarman in Northern Samar, Dipolog in Zamboanga del Norte, and CMU Agroment in Bukidnon, all anticipating 42°C.

Other areas like Virac in Catanduanes, Butuan City in Agusan del Norte, and Sangley Point in Cavite City are expected to reach 43°C.

Dagupan City in Pangasinan is forecast to have the highest heat index at 44°C.

PAGASA also noted that several other areas are under an "extreme caution" advisory with heat indices from 33°C to 41°C, and some are within the "caution" category at 27°C to 32°C.