Rains, thunderstorms in Mindanao, EVisayas, Palawan, other areas sizzle with 42°C-44°C heat index

Temperatures may feel like 42 to 44 degrees Celsius in 23 areas on May 16, says PAGASA

As scorching conditions persist across the country, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has warned that 23 areas may experience “danger” level heat index values ranging from 42 to 44 degrees Celsius (°C) on Friday, May 16. Based on PAGASA’s latest forecast, four areas may record the highest heat index of 44 degrees Celsius (°C). These are Bacnotan, La Union; Cavite City, Cavite; Infanta, Quez…

Rains, thunderstorms in Mindanao, EVisayas, Palawan, other areas sizzle with 42°C-44°C heat index

MANILA, Philippines — The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) affecting Mindanao will continue to bring scattered rains and thunderstorms across the island, including Eastern Visayas and Palawan, the weather bureau said on Friday. Moderate to heavy rains in those areas could result in flash floods or landslides, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) warned. Isolated rain showers or thundersto…