‘Danger level’ heat index predicted for 5 areas on Friday, April 11, 2025

Five areas are expected to have a “danger-level” heat index on Friday, April 11, 2025, PAGASA said in a forecast.

According to the state weather bureau's 5 p.m. bulletin, Sangley Point, Cavite City could reach up to 44°C temperature, while a heat index of 43°C might hit Dagupan City, Pangasinan.

PAGASA also said the following areas will have a 42°C heat index:

• Tayabas City, Quezon
• Roxas City, Capuz
• Dumangas, Iloilo

In Metro Manila, NAIA Pasay City could see a heat index of 40°C, while Science Garden Quezon City is facing a high of 38°C.

PAGASA categorizes areas with a 42°C to 51°C heat index under the danger category, while areas with 33°C to 41°C fall under the “extreme caution” category.

Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible in areas under extreme caution, while heat stroke is a potential risk under the danger level.

PAGASA earlier said temperatures could rise further toward the end of April and May. —Mariel Celine Serquiña/RF, GMA Integrated News