Manila suspends face-to-face classes until April 26 due to extreme heat

Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna-Pangan extended the suspension of face-to-face classes for public and private schools until Friday, April 26, due to forecasted extreme heat conditions reaching up to 44°C.

The Manila Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (MDRRMO) warned that exposure to such high temperatures poses serious health risks including heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke.

Numerous local governments in Metro Manila and Calabarzon also suspended face-to-face classes on Friday, April 26, amid dangerous forecasted heat indexes exceeding 42°C.

PAGASA defines the heat index ranging from 42°C to 51°C as posing significant health risks, with some areas experiencing their highest levels this year.

The public is urged to limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours and stay hydrated to avoid heat-related illnesses.