It was after the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration recorded temperatures above 41 degrees Celsius in several parts of the country between March 28 and April 1, a trend that forecasters say will extend until Wednesday.

These temperatures may cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion, characterized by symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, headache, vomiting and light-headedness, the DOH warned.

The agency added that prolonged exposure to heat increases the likelihood of a heat stroke, a serious condition characterized by loss of consciousness, confusion or convulsions, which can be fatal if left untreated.

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