Dangerous heat index to hit 16 areas Tuesday — PAGASA

MANILA, Philippines — State weather bureau PAGASA warned of dangerous heat conditions in 16 areas across the country on Tuesday, November 3, with the heat index expected to peak at 43 degrees Celsius.

Iloilo City, San Jose in Occidental Mindoro and Catarman in Northern Samar are expected to record the highest heat index at 43°C.

Heat index refers to the temperature felt by the human body when relative humidity combines with actual air temperature.

Under PAGASA’s classification, “danger” levels range from 42°C to 51°C. Prolonged exposure to these conditions may cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion and could lead to heat stroke.

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