PAGASA warns of hot, humid conditions; heat index up to 44°C in Dagupan

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) reported that easterly winds will continue to bring hot and humid conditions with temperatures ranging from 25 to 34 degrees Celsius in Metro Manila on Friday.

Metro Manila and other regions can expect partly cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to prevailing easterlies, while flash floods or landslides are possible during severe thunderstorms.

The heat index in Metro Manila reached up to 40 degrees Celsius at the NAIA, Pasay City station and 39 degrees Celsius at the Science Garden in Quezon City on Wednesday, putting people at risk for heat cramps and heat exhaustion.

PAGASA advises the public to take extreme caution as temperatures could reach up to 44°C heat index in Dagupan City, Pangasinan; these conditions put people at risk for heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke.

The weather bureau recommends limiting outdoor activities, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding tea, coffee, soda or liquor to prevent heat-related illnesses.

Coastal waters in northern and western sections of Northern Luzon will have moderate wind speed moving northeastward with slight to moderate seas, while the rest of the country will experience light to moderate winds from an east-northeast direction.