Cloudy skies, scattered rains as 9 areas face scorching heat

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MANILA, Philippines — Two weather systems are expected to bring cloudy skies and scattered rains across the country on April 8, state weather bureau PAGASA said.

In its weather forecast on Tuesday, PAGASA said that the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) may affect parts of southern Mindanao, while the easterlies may affect the rest of the country.

Zamboanga Peninsula, Basilan, Misamis Occidental, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur and Palawan may expect cloudy skies with scattered rains and thunderstorms due to the ITCZ.

PAGASA warned residents of these areas of possible flash floods or landslides due to moderate to at times, heavy rains.

Meanwhile, Metro Manila and the rest of the country may experience partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated rain showers or thunderstorms due to the easterlies.

The state weather bureau also warned residents of the areas to be affected by the easterlies of possible flash floods or landslides during severe thunderstorms.

Heat index

PAGASA also said that nine areas in the country may experience scorching temperatures of up to 44°C.

In its April 7, 5 p.m. heat index bulletin, the areas under the “danger” heat index classification may experience temperatures from 42°C to 44°C.

The following areas are under the “danger” heat index classification:

• Dagupan City, Pangasinan: 42°C
• Cubi Pt., Subic Bay, Olongapo City: 42°C
• San Jose, Occidental Mindoro: 42°C
• Cuyo, Palawan: 42°C
• Roxas City, Capiz: 42°C
• Iloilo City, Iloilo: 42°C
• Dumangas, Iloilo: 42°C
• Sangley Point, Cavite City, Cavite: 43°C
• Virac (Synop), Catanduanes: 44°C

Under PAGASA’s "danger" classification, risks such as heat cramps, exhaustion and potential heat stroke may be present.

Other areas across the country are under "extreme caution," with heat indices ranging from 33°C to 41°C.

Temperatures categorized as "caution" (between 27°C and 32°C) are also expected in some locations.

How to beat the heat?

To protect themselves from heat-related illnesses, PAGASA advised the public to drink plenty of fluids and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

The state weather bureau also advised the public to reduce intense outdoor activities, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

PAGASA announced the start of the dry season in the Philippines on March 26, which means temperatures across the country will become hotter and more humid.