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Nine Philippine areas face dangerously high heat index Thursday
The state weather bureau warned of extreme heat conditions across parts of Luzon and the Visayas on Thursday as El Niño effects intensify. Nine locations experienced heat indices ranging from 42°C to 51°C, classified as dangerous by the Philippine weather agency.
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MANILA — Nine areas across Luzon and the Visayas grappled with dangerously high heat index readings Thursday as the El Niño phenomenon continues to affect weather patterns in the Philippines, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) reported.
According to Pagasa's heat index classifications, conditions in the affected areas reached levels between 42°C and 51°C, which the agency designates as dangerous to public health. Such extreme heat can pose serious risks to vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and those engaged in outdoor work.
The agency cautioned residents in affected regions to take precautions against heat-related illnesses, including staying hydrated, limiting outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and seeking shelter in cooler environments when possible. Heat indices combine temperature and humidity to reflect how hot conditions actually feel to the human body.
El Niño conditions have persisted across the region, contributing to elevated temperatures and drier-than-normal conditions in parts of the country. Pagasa continues to monitor weather developments and provides regular updates to the public regarding heat advisories and other weather-related hazards.