4 areas in Mimaropa under danger-level heat index

CALAPAN CITY, Oriental Mindoro — Sweltering heat continues to grip the country this dry season, with the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warning that four areas in the MIMAROPA region will experience danger-level heat index readings on Monday, making outdoor activities risky and potentially harmful to health. At the highest end of the scale, Puerto Princesa City in Palawan and San Jose in Occidental Mindoro are forecast to reach a heat index of 45°C — classified as dangerous- where heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and even life-threatening heat stroke are likely with prolonged exposure or physical activity. READ: […]…

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المصدر: Inquirer (PH)