Dangerous Heat Index Expected in Five Areas in the Country

In its forecast as of 5 p.m. on Wednesday, PAGASA said the following areas may feel the highest heat index in the country of up to 44 degrees Celsius:Dagupan City, Pangasinan: 44°CPuerto Princesa City, Palawan: 43°CAborlan, Palawan: 43°CBacnotan, La Union: 42°CRoxas City, Capiz: 42°CHeat index is the measure of the temperature that a person feels, which is different from the actual air temperature, PAGASA said.

On Wednesday, Dagupan City, Pangasinan felt the highest heat index at 44°C, according to PAGASA.If anyone is experiencing heat stroke symptoms, the Department of Health advised concerned individuals to follow these first aid measures: Move the person to a shaded, cool area, and provide ventilation.Remove the person’s outer clothing.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.

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