April 28, 2015
Labor Day heat index may heat feverish levels - GMA News
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Temperatures could soar on Labor Day this Friday, with the "init factor" reaching the 40°C level in some areas of the country.
Labor Day is a holiday in the Philippines, though many Filipinos are expected to go out to the streets to call for better working conditions.
The so-called "init factor" or "heat index" gives the apparent temperature, taking into account the actual air temperature as well as other factors such as humidity.
State weather agency PAGASA's Tuesday heat index indicated Metro Manila may feel up to 39.9°C—equivalent to the body temperature of a person with a high fever.
But the projected highest temperature on Friday will be in Laoag, Ilocos Norte: a sizzling 40.1°C.
On Friday, Puerto Princesa City may experience a high temperature of 38.1 degrees; Iloilo and Bacolod City up to 37.1 degrees; and Metro Cebu up to 36.9 degrees.
Metro Manila itself is expected to experience a temperature of 40.2°C on Thursday, April 30 (http://ift.tt/1z96G3F).
On the other hand, the highest projected temperature with "init factor" for this week may be on Saturday in Laoag City at 40.7°C.
PAGASA said that between a heat index of 32 and 41°C, "fatigue is possible with prolonged exposure and activity" while "continuing activity could result (in) heat cramps."
PAGASA's tips to cope with the heat index include:
- Stay indoors as much as possible.
- Wear lightweight and light-colored clothing.
- Drink plenty of water regularly. Avoid drinking liquor because it dehydrates the body.
- Eat small meals but eat more often. Avoid eating foods of high in protein which can increase metabolic heat.
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