PAGASA warns 25 areas face 'danger level' heat index 42°C-45°C this week

PAGASA warned on Friday, May 2, that twenty-five areas in the Philippines will experience a 'danger level' heat index ranging from 42°C to 45°C starting Friday, with nineteen more areas expected to face dangerous levels of heat on Saturday.

Infanta, Quezon is facing the highest heat index at 45 degrees Celsius today, while Baler and Iba may see a 44°C heat index; other hotspots include Laoag City (Ilocos Norte), Tuguegarao City (Cagayan), Echague (Isabela), Sangley Point (Cavite), NAIA Pasay City, Dagupan City, and Cubi Pt., Subic Bay.

Dr. Marvin Manzano from the Office of Civil Defense Research Doctrine Division advised following government advisories for safety during this period of increasing temperatures.

The Department of Health recommended drinking up to 10 glasses of water daily due to prolonged sun exposure and high risk of heat stroke, while also advising the public to limit time outdoors amid scorching conditions.