Zamboanga City, 2 other areas face danger level heat index this Saturday - GMA Network

Zamboanga City and two other areas are expected to have a “danger” level heat index on Saturday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).

Meanwhile, on November 8, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro and La Granja, La Carlota in Negros Occidental are still expected to have a 42 degrees Celsius heat index.

Under the “danger” level, people are warned of possible heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Prolonged activity under these temperatures could also lead to heat stroke.

PAGASA advised people in high-risk areas to limit their time outside, drink plenty of water, avoid certain drinks (coffee, tea, alcohol, etc.), bring an umbrella, and do heavy-duty jobs during cooler hours.—Jean Mangaluz/LDF, GMA News