Metro Manila hits record high temperature

Metro Manila recorded its highest temperature ever at 38.8 degrees Celsius on Saturday, April 27, surpassing the previous record set in 1915.

Quezon City also broke its own heat record with a high of 38.2°C, while Camiling town in Tarlac reached an unprecedented 40.3°C this year.

The extreme heat is attributed to lingering El Niño effects combined with the warm and dry season, causing widespread disruptions including school closures and health concerns.

Several areas across the country have experienced record-breaking temperatures recently, leading to more than 7,000 schools suspending face-to-face classes due to dangerous heat levels.

The Department of Health has reported over 30 cases of heat-related illnesses, six resulting in fatalities, underscoring the health risks associated with these extreme conditions.

On Sunday, the expected heat index at Ninoy Aquino International Airport may reach up to 44°C, while Quezon City's Science Garden could see a heat index of 43°C, according to PAGASA.