10/04/2026
PRC ADVISORY: EXTREME HEAT ALERT
The Philippine Red Cross Operations Center, citing the latest forecast from DOST-PAGASA, warns the public of dangerously high heat indices across the country today, April 10, 2026.
With temperatures soaring up to 42°C in several regions, the risk of heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke is significantly elevated. We urge everyone to take immediate precautions to stay safe and hydrated.
AREAS UNDER HIGHEST ALERT (42°C)
• Zamboanga City, Zamboanga Del Sur
• Cotabato City, Maguindanao
• Dumangas, Iloilo
• Catarman, Northern Samar
OTHER CRITICAL AREAS (39°C - 41°C)
• Butuan City: 41°C
• Dagupan, Tuguegarao, Tanauan, San Jose, Iloilo City, Catbalogan, Borongan: 40°C
• Laoag, Aparri, Aurora, Olongapo, Bulacan, Tarlac, Leyte: 39°C
• Metro Manila: 37-38°C
RED CROSS SAFETY GUIDELINES
Hydrate Constantly: Drink plenty of water even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid caffeine or alcohol, as these can dehydrate you further.
Limit Exposure: Stay indoors between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, when the sun's rays are strongest.
Dress Appropriately: Wear lightweight, light-colored, and loose-fitting clothing.
Know the Signs: Watch out for dizziness, excessive sweating, rapid pulse, and nausea.
Emergency Action: If someone shows signs of heat stroke, move them to a cool area, apply cold water to the skin, and call the Red Cross Hotline 143 immediately.
"Be informed, be prepared, and look out for the vulnerable—especially the elderly and children—during this extreme heat."
