Thirty areas across the Philippines are bracing for scorching temperatures, with peak heat indexes expected to soar above 42ºC (degrees Celsius) on Monday, warns the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). According to Pagasa’s latest projections, Dagupan City in Pangasinan and Aparri in Cagayan are anticipated to experience the highest peak heat indexes … Read more
The Philippines Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned that 30 areas across the country may experience dangerous heat indexes on May 4. This advisory comes amidst rising temperatures and increasing humidity, presenting significant health risks to the population. In its latest forecast released at 5 p.m. on Friday, PAGASA highlighted regions where … Read more
The heart-wrenching story of Hanna Bilugan’s 6-month-old baby’s death due to heat stroke has gripped social media. In a poignant Facebook post, she poured out her grief, expressing love for her departed child and reminiscing about the precious moments they shared. “Mahal na mahal kitaa/namin ng papa mo, salamat sa 6months na nakasama kita at … Read more
The Philippines is facing an increasingly intense battle against soaring temperatures as the heat index in various parts of the country reached alarming levels, prompting warnings from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa). According to Pagasa, the heat index, which measures how hot it feels when relative humidity is factored in with … Read more
The Department of Education (DepEd) has issued an advisory regarding class suspensions on April 29 and 30, 2024. In light of the latest heat index forecast by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) and the announcement of a nationwide transport strike, all public schools nationwide are directed to implement asynchronous classes or … Read more
Several local government units (LGUs) in the Philippines have announced the suspension of face-to-face classes for Friday, April 26, 2024, citing high heat index levels as the primary reason. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) defines the heat index as the temperature perceived by the human body when relative humidity is factored … Read more
As temperatures surge and the heat index reaches concerning heights, numerous local government units (LGUs) throughout the Philippines have taken the prudent step of suspending face-to-face classes for Thursday, April 11, 2024. This decision is aimed at prioritizing the safety and well-being of students, teachers, and school staff amidst the blistering heatwave. The Department of … Read more