Heat index peaks at 47ºC in 3 areas across PH on Tuesday, May 26

MANILA, Philippines — Heat indices recorded across the country on Tuesday, May 26 peaked at 47ºC in three areas, namely, Dagupan City, Pangasinan; Tuguegarao City, Cagayan; and  Sangley Point in Cavite City, the state weather bureau said. Meanwhile, dozens of other areas also reached “danger” level heat indices, or those ranging between 42°C and 51°C. READ: Dangerous heat index to hit parts of Calabarzon on May 26, 27 The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) tags it as “danger” level due to increased risks of heat cramps and heat exhaustion, which could then lead to heat stroke. Below […]...

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