High heat index persists; easterlies bring isolated rains to Visayas
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — Most parts of the Visayas will experience generally fair weather, with possible isolated rains and thunderstorms, while warm and humid conditions and high heat index are expected to persist on Thursday, November 5, the state weather bureau said.
In its daily forecast, Pagasa said Eastern Visayas may experience cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the prevailing easterlies, or warm winds coming from the Pacific Ocean.
The rest of the Visayas will have partly cloudy to cloudy skies, with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms throughout the day.
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Light to moderate winds and slight to moderate sea conditions are also expected across the Visayas, Occidental Mindoro, and Palawan, including the Kalayaan Islands.
As of Thursday morning, Pagasa had not issued any gale warning for the country’s seaboards.
High heat index persists
Meanwhile, heat index readings across the Visayas are expected to range from 38 to 42 degrees Celsius on Thursday, indicating continued hot and humid conditions.
Based on the Thursday morning forecast of the Visayas Pagasa Regional Services Division, the following areas are expected to record these heat index values:
- Capiz: 39°C
- Iloilo: 42°C
- Negros Occidental: 41°C
- Negros Oriental: 38°C
- Cebu: 39°C
- Bohol: 38°C
- Siquijor: 39°C
- Northern Samar: 38°C
- Eastern Samar: 41°C
- Samar: 41°C
- Leyte and Southern Leyte: 39°C
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These readings fall under two heat index classifications: “extreme caution” (33°C to 41°C) and “danger” (42°C to 51°C).
Pagasa warned that prolonged exposure to heat under the “extreme caution” category may cause heat cramps and exhaustion.
People who engage in strenuous physical activities under these conditions may also be at risk of heat stroke.
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Under the “danger” category, prolonged exposure to high temperatures may increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, including heat cramps, exhaustion, and heat stroke.
To avoid heat-related illnesses, Pagasa advised the public to drink plenty of water, wear light and breathable clothing, and use protective gear such as hats or umbrellas.
The bureau also urged people to limit outdoor activities, especially during the hottest hours of the day.
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