Don’t worry, you weren’t just imagining that today’s heat was somehow more unbearable than any other day — it actually was. According to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA), Metro Manila experienced its highest heat index of the year this April 22.
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According to weather forecaster Lorie Dela Cruz, Metro Manila’s heat index peaked at 42°C. It was recorded at 1:50 pm at the Science Garden, Quezon City. The actual temperature peaked at 35.2°C.
Dela Cruz added that we can only expect warmer days to come in the remaining days of April.
While Metro Manila recorded a higher temperature of 35.8°C yesterday, today’s heat index indicates higher levels of humidity. This is what makes people more prone to succumbing to heat stress.
Dela Cruz reminded people to stay indoors from 12 noon until 4 pm in order to avoid the worst of the heat.
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