A “danger-level” heat index ranges from 42 to 51 degrees Celsius.
A Manila Zoo staff gives a tiger a bath on Sunday, April 26, 2026, to keep the animal cool amid extreme heat being experienced in various parts of the country. Photo by Edd Gumban, The Philippine STAR
Around 47 areas in the Philippines have experienced a danger-level
heat index, state weather forecasters said on Wednesday, May 13.
Quezon City’s Science Garden recorded 42 degrees Celsius recently.
The Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City logged 43 degrees Celsius.
Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur and Butuan City experienced the highest heat index at 47 degrees Celsius.
A “danger-level” heat index ranges from 42 to 51 degrees Celsius.
Human
exposure at this temperature range with continued activity may result
in heat stroke, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical
Services Administration warned.