PAGASA forecasts warm, humid weather with isolated rains for election day

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) predicts warm and humid weather with isolated rains for election day.

Weather specialist Obet Badrina advised voters to bring umbrellas and water due to potential afternoon thunderstorms and heat-related illnesses such as fatigue, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion.

At least 23 areas across the country are expected to experience a 'danger' heat index ranging from 42 to 45 degrees Celsius, including Tayabas City, Quezon at 45 degrees Celsius and Metro Manila at 42 degrees Celsius.

Badrina warned that thunderstorms will become more frequent as the rainy season approaches in the coming weeks, with increased risks of flash floods or landslides in Batanes and Cagayan due to a frontal system.

PAGASA also forecast isolated rain showers or thunderstorms over Metro Manila and the rest of the country, mostly in the afternoon or evening.