Heat index hits 43°C in Quezon City

The heat index for the day was recorded at the Science Garden, Quezon City hit 43°C, according to a report by PAGASA on Tuesday.

The computation of the heat index is computed from 34.6°C air temperature and 58% relative humidity.

34.6°C ang naitalang pinakamataas temperatura sa Science Garden, Quezon City kaninang 1:50 PM ngayong Martes, 19 Mayo. Sa parehong oras, nakalkula ang 42°C na heat index.

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Heat index is a measure indicating the level of discomfort experienced by a person as a result of the combined effects of the temperature and humidity of the air.

PAGASA warns that a heat index ranging from 41°C to 54°C may lead to heat cramps and exhaustion. Heat stroke is also possible amid continuous physical activity.

The temperature of 34.6°C was also recorded at 1:50 p.m. at the Science Garden synoptic station.

In Tuguegarao City, the recorded temperature was 37.7°C, while in Echague, Isabela the temperature was 37.6°C then 36.2°C in Camiling in Tarlac, 36.1°C Pili in Camarines Sur and Science City of Munoz with 36°C.

"Nasa panahon pa rin tayo ng tag-init kaya dalasan pa rin ang pag-inom ng tubig at bawasan ang physical activities sa tanghali/hapon para maiwasan ang heat stress," the weather agency advised.

The weather bureau posted some tips to avoid heat stroke:

• Stay indoors as much as possible, if air conditioning is not available, stay on the lowest floor out of the sunshine
• Wear lightweight and light colored clothing. Light colors will reflect the sun's energy.
• Drink plenty of water regularly. The body needs water to keep cool.
• Water is the safest liquid to drink during heat emergencies. Avoid drinking liquor because it dehydrates the body.
• Eat small meals however eat more often. Avoid eating foods of high in protein which can increase metabolic heat.

-- BAP, GMA News