Residents of Dagupan City in Pangasinan province and Sangley Point in Cavite province experienced sweltering heat that reached dangerous levels, as these areas logged the highest heat index in the country on Wednesday. On May 14, Dagupan City reached the highest computed heat index for the year, at 53 C.But occasional thunderstorms and rain showers being experienced in Pangasinan recently are giving residents temporary relief from the intense heat. “Dagupan is a coastal city and is affected by high sea surface temperature,” Estrada said. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include dizziness, excessive sweating, muscle cramps, rapid but weak pulse, and pale, cold and clammy skin. “Victims of heat exhaustion must be brought to a cooler place.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer May 19, 2021 21:00 UTC