External Affairs Division PPAO
CITY OF MALOLOS– Governor Daniel R. Fernando reminded Bulakenyos to keep hydrated, bring umbrella when going outside, and wear comfortable and lightweight clothes to avoid experiencing heat emergencies including heat cramps, heat syncope, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke as the heat index forecast may reach up to 40°C.
“Kung posible, iwasan na po nating lumabas ng ating mga tahanan ng tanghaling tapat. Kung hindi naman maiiwasan na lumabas, gawin na lamang natin ang mga ito sa umaga o hapon kung kailan hindi pa tirik ang araw,” the governor advised.
Based on the two-day forecast released by the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration, heat index in their station at Clark Airport (DMIA) in Pampanga may reach 39°C on April 3 and 40°C on April 4.
Meanwhile, according to the Provincial Health Office-Public Health, first aid to be applied to persons experiencing heat emergencies includes moving of the victim to a shady or cool area; removing of clothes that increase body heat; fanning and placing the victim near an electric fan; sprinkling water all over the body; placing of ice packs on the victim’s cheeks, palms, and soles; and taking to the nearest primary health provider.
Signs and symptoms of heat stroke include body temperature over 40°C; hot, red, and dry skin; fainting, convulsions, or disorientation; dizziness, headache, vomiting or nausea; and tightness or twitching of the muscle.
