MANILA, Philippines — The heat index in Aparri, Cagayan reached 49 degrees Celsius on Saturday as hot temperatures continue to affect the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said yesterday. The highest heat index from March 1 to May 20 was recorded in Legazpi City, Albay on May 12 with 50 degrees Celsius. Other areas with highest heat index were Aparri, Cagayan on May 20; Butuan, Agusan del Norte on May 12, and Guiuan, Eastern Samar on April 16 with 49 degrees Celsius. Heat indexes from 42 to 51 degrees Celsius are classified as “danger” heat index, the weather bureau said. Among the effects of “danger” heat index on the body are heat cramps and exhaustion and possible heat stroke with continued exposureMeanwhile, the water level in Angat Dam further dropped to 191.79 meters yesterday morning.

Source: Philippine Star May 21, 2023 21:58 UTC