Beware of heat stroke, PAG-ASA tells Ilocos Norte folks

By Leilanie G. Adriano

Staff Reporter

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAG-ASA) in Laoag City has warned local residents in Ilocos Norte to protect themselves from possible heat stroke as actual temperatures that have been registered are very hot and the body may even feel hotter than the ambient temperatures.

Engineer Cynthia Iglesias of the Laoag weather bureau advised Ilocos Norte residents on April 15 that even though peak temperatures in Laoag City is predicted to remain from a 37.4-38.0 degree Celsius range in the next five days, the “heat index” or the measure of human discomfort caused by heat in the body could be even hotter.

According to PAG-ASA, full exposure to the sun can increase the heat index by 90 degree Celsius.

“If possible, we should avoid going outside from 1 pm to 3 pm,” Iglesias said adding people should drink lots of water, at least eight glasses a day.

In previous years, most tricycle drivers in Laoag City were affected the most by heat stroke apparently due to their full exposure to the sun.

Pag-asa recommends the following tips: if air conditioning is not available, stay on the lowest floor out of the sunshine; wear lightweight and light colored clothing as light colors will reflect the sun's energy; water is the safest liquid to drink during heat emergencies; avoid drinking liquor because it dehydrates the body; eat small meals however eat more often and avoid eating foods of high in protein which can increase metabolic heat.

Iglesias stressed that people should take necessary precautions with the increasing heat index as possible effects on the body include heat cramps, heat exhaustion and muscle spasms.

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