PAGASA warns 25 areas face dangerous heat indices up to 46°C on Wed

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) warns of dangerously high heat indices ranging from 42 to 46 degrees Celsius across at least twenty-five areas on Wednesday, April 23.

Dagupan City in Pangasinan is expected to record the highest heat index at 45°C, while other regions like Aparri and Tuguegarao City in Cagayan will reach 44°C, and San Ildefonso, Bulacan at 46°C.

PAGASA categorizes a heat index between 42 and 51 degrees Celsius as 'dangerous,' increasing the risk of heat cramps, exhaustion, and potentially heat stroke with prolonged exposure.

Authorities advise minimizing outdoor activities, wearing light clothing, staying hydrated, and monitoring vulnerable populations for signs of heat-related illnesses.

The Department of Health recommends drinking up to ten glasses of water daily due to expected dangerous heat conditions that could rise to a maximum of 50 degrees Celsius.

Cloudy skies and rain are expected to bring relief to parts of southern Mindanao due to the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), while easterlies will influence the rest of the country, potentially causing isolated showers or thunderstorms in Metro Manila and other regions.