Baguio logs 27°C heat index - Philstar.com
May 16, 2022 — MANILA, Philippines — Baguio City, the country’s summer capital, registered an unusually higher heat index of 27 degrees Celsius during the weekend.
Climate change made April heat in Asia hotter, more likely — …
May 15, 2024 — Through published peer-reviewed methods, scientists analyzed the impact of climate change on the intensity of the three-day April heatwave in West Asia and a 15-day heatwave in the Philippines.
Heat wave in Southeast Asia closes schools, triggers health alerts
Apr 29, 2024 — The Philippines has closed schools down and warned of overloading on its power grid, as authorities across Southeast Asia issued a series of health alerts for a crushing and deadly heat wave.
No heat wave yet, says PAGASA - tribune.net.ph
Apr 26, 2024 — Despite the consecutive days of feeling the scorching heat with the "init factor" reaching a dangerous level, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said there is no heat wave yet in the Philippines.
Heat Index - pagasa.dost.gov.ph
Automatic Weather Station Heat Index. Not Hazardous ( < 27°C) Caution ( 27 - 32°C) Extreme Caution ( 33 - 41°C)
30 areas under ‘dangerous’ heat index classification — PAGASA
May 6, 2024 — In the latest heat index bulletin of PAGASA, it said that 30 areas in the country will be under the “danger” classification, with temperatures ranging from 42°C to 47°C. Dagupan City in...
Why are some areas 'colder' despite extreme heat? PAGASA explains
May 10, 2024 — But despite the extreme heat, some areas remained relatively cooler, reporting lower heat indexes. These include Baguio City, La Trinidad, Benguet, and Tanay, Rizal. In the last five days, La Trinidad reported heat indexes of 25°C (May 9), 27°C (May 8), 29°C (May 7), 26°C (May 6), and 27°C (May 5).
PAGASA: 40 areas in danger level heat index on May 16
May 15, 2024 — PAGASA said heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely in areas experiencing a danger level heat index, which is from 42 to 51°C. Heat stroke is also possible with continued exposure. The public was advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity, and wear fresh clothes to avoid heat-related illnesses.
PAGASA: Danger level heat index possible in 38 areas on April 25
Apr 24, 2024 — In areas with a danger level heat index, which is from 42°C to 51°C, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely, according to PAGASA. Heat stroke is also possible with continued exposure. PAGASA recommends limited outdoor activity, consistent hydration, and wearing fresh clothes to combat the effects of intense heat.
Philippine students are told to stay home as Southeast Asia …
Apr 30, 2024 — MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Southeast Asia was coping with a weekslong heat wave on Monday as record-high temperatures led to school closings in several countries and urgent health warnings throughout the region.