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MANILA, Philippines — Seventeen areas are expected to reach a heat index under the “danger” category, with Virac in Catanduanes possibly hitting the highest at 46°C, the state weather bureau said on Sunday.
According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa), a heat index of 42 to 51°C falls under the “danger” category — a level that would likely cause heat cramps and exhaustion, while heat stroke is probable with continued heat or sun exposure.
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Aside from Virac, Maasin in Southern Leyte may reach the second-highest heat index at 45°C, while three others could hit 44°C.
These places are:
Aparri, Cagayan
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
Masbate City, Masbate
On the other hand, these areas are expected to reach 43°C:
Naia, Pasay City
Dagupan City, Pangasinan
ISU Echague, Isabela
Casiguran, Aurora
Dipolog, Zamboanga del Norte
Below are other areas that may likely hit 42°C:
Bacnotan, La Union
CLSU Muñoz, Nueva Ecija
Alabat, Quezon
Juban, Sorsogon
Catbologan, Samar
Davao City, Davao del Sur
Butuan City, Agusan del Norte