PAGASA warns: partly cloudy skies, isolated rain, flash floods, 39°C heat

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that the High Pressure Area (HPA) ridge will extend over the eastern section of Luzon on Wednesday.

Metro Manila and other parts of the country are expected to have partly cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to localized weather activity, potentially causing flash floods or landslides during severe storms.

The highest Heat Index for Wednesday is forecasted at 39°C in NAIA Pasay City and 38°C in Quezon City's Science Garden, classified as 'Extreme' by PAGASA.

Wind speeds over Luzon are expected to be light to moderate from an east to southeast direction, while coastal waters will have slight to moderate conditions. The rest of the country will experience similar wind patterns but from an east to northeast direction.

PAGASA advises the public to limit outdoor activities and take precautions against heat-related illnesses such as drinking plenty of water and avoiding alcohol or caffeine.