Heat index seen to rise to dangerous levels on Thursday, Friday - Inquirer.net

THE heat index or how the temperature feels like in one’s body will rise close to danger levels on Friday, prompting the state weather bureau to advise the people to stay indoors as much as possible.

A heat index of up to 40.2 degrees Celsius is forecast on Thursday, while a heat index of up to 39.9 degrees Celsius is forecast on Friday.

Temperatures between 32 to 41 degrees Celsius are under “extreme caution” and heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible, the Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said.

“Continuing activity could result in heat stroke,” Pagasa said.

The danger levels are between 41 to 54 degrees Celsius.

The heat index is defined by the weather bureau as human discomfort index that gives the “apparent” temperature or what persons perceive or feel as the temperature affecting their body.

Pagasa advises the public to stay indoors, and if there is no air conditioning available, they should stay on the lowest floor and stay away from sunlight.

The public is also advised to wear lightweight and light-color clothing, drink plenty of water and eat small meals and often.

“Avoid eating food of high in protein which can increase metabolic heat,” Pagasa said.

Drinking liquor should also be avoided as it dehydrates the body. AC

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