PAGASA: 18 lugar sa bansa, posibleng makaranas ng dangerous heat index level ngayong araw

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00:00Eighteen places in the country could experience a heat index that is at a dangerous level today.

00:06According to the forecast, Metro Manila is expected to experience a heat index

00:13of up to 41 degrees Celsius, which is considered to be at an extreme caution level.

00:18Yesterday, more than 20 places in the country experienced dangerous heat index levels,

00:25including Dagupan City in Pangasinan, where the highest heat index is at 47 degrees Celsius.

00:32Here is a list of places that could experience a high heat index today.

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00:53According to the forecast, a heat index that is at a dangerous level could be caused by heat cramps and heat exhaustion.

01:00It could also be caused by heat stroke if the exposure to heat continues.

01:05The Department of Health also reminded people to avoid going out if it's not necessary, and to drink plenty of water.