50 areas hit 'danger' level heat indices

Despite the official start of the rainy season in the Philippines, 50 areas were forecast to reach 'danger' level peak heat indices on Friday, May 31, with Aparri in Cagayan and other regions experiencing dangerously high temperatures.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) recorded temperatures ranging from 42 to 48 °C across various regions, advising the public to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours.

Heat indices above 42 degrees Celsius can lead to heat cramps, exhaustion, and even stroke with prolonged exposure, prompting PAGASA to continue issuing bulletins to warn against these adverse effects.

Symptoms of heat-related illnesses include heavy sweating, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and a weak but fast pulse, requiring immediate medical attention if severe.

Villafuerte also noted that high temperatures cause the formation of convective clouds bringing rain showers in the afternoon, while there is a 69 percent chance that La Niña would begin around July to September, leading to above-normal rainfall by year-end and into early 2025.

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