PAGASA predicts ‘danger level’ heat index in 13 areas on May 30, 2025

A “danger level” heat index is expected in 13 areas of the country on Friday, May 30, PAGASA said in a forecast.

According to the state weather bureau’s 5 p.m. May 29 bulletin, the synoptic stations in the following areas could measure a heat index of 42°C-46°C:

46°C

Infanta, Quezon

43°C

Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
Baler (Radar), Aurora
Dipolog, Zamboanga del Norte
Surigao City, Surigao del Norte

42°C

Aparri, Cagayan
ISU Echague, Isabela
Casiguran, Aurora
CLSU Muñoz, Nueva Ecija
Alabat, Quezon
Iloilo City
Dumangas, Iloilo
Butuan City, Agusan del Norte

PAGASA classifies heat indices between 42°C and 51°C under the danger category, with a risk for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.

The weather bureau urges the public to limit outdoor activities, remain hydrated, and wear fresh clothes to avoid heat-related illnesses. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/VBL, GMA Integrated News