Taytay records 44.79°C heat index despite start of cold weather

LUCENA CITY — Taytay, Rizal recorded a heat index of 44.79 degrees Celsius on Friday, placing it in the danger category despite the onset of cool winds brought by the “amihan.”

The local government’s Public Information Office (PIO) warned residents about health risks from prolonged exposure to extreme heat.

The office urged residents to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, and limit strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest hours of the day.

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“Remember: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible under these extreme conditions. Keep cool and stay safe, Taytay!” the PIO added.

The PIO said the heat index reached 44.79°C at 10 a.m.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) defines the heat index as the temperature felt by the human body when air temperature and relative humidity are combined.

Heat index readings typically rise from midday to late afternoon, when high temperatures and humidity increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.

Pagasa classifies heat index readings into four categories: Caution (27°C to 32°C), Extreme Caution (33°C to 41°C), Danger (42°C to 51°C), and Extreme Danger (52°C and above)./coa