Heat index in six areas in the country may reach dangerous level on Tuesday, according to monitoring by state weather bureau PAGASA.
In its 5 p.m. forecast on Monday, PAGASA said the following areas are expected to experience the highest heat index in the country of up to 44°C: Dagupan City, Pangasinan: 44°C Puerto Princesa City, Palawan: 43°C Aborlan, Palawan: 43°C Bacnotan, La Union: 42°C Tuguegarao City, Cagayan: 42°C Zamboanga City, Zamboanga del Sur: 42°CHeat index is the measure of the temperature that a person feels, which is different from the actual air temperature, PAGASA said.
apply cold compresses, ice packs, cold water, or cold wet cloth against the skin, especially on the head, face, neck, armpits, wrists, ankles, and groin. if the patient is conscious, encourage frequent slow sips of cool water. contact emergency services or bring the person to the hospital immediatelyOn Monday, the highest heat index was recorded in Dagupan City, Pangasinan and Bacnotan, La Union at 44°C.
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