#WalangPasok: Heat index prompts suspension of in-person classes
MANILA, Philippines — In-person classes in some areas of the country have been canceled due to the state weather bureau’s forecast maximum heat index on Friday (April 11).
Below is a list of local government units that have so far announced the suspension of face-to-face classes for April 11 (Friday):
- Quezon City — All public schools from Kindergarten, Grades 1 to 12, Child Development Centers, Alternative Learning System
- Bacoor City, Cavite — Public schools, all levels
- Isabela City — Public and private schools from elementary to secondary levels
The local governments of Quezon City and Bacoor have instructed schools under their jurisdiction to shift to alternative delivery modes of education.
This is to ensure that learning competencies are still met despite the cancellation of the in-person setup.
The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s (Pagasa) data showed the country’s highest heat indices and the areas where they are expected to prevail:
- Sangley Point, Cavite City — 44°C
- Dagupan City, Pangasinan – 43°C
- Tayabas, Quezon 42°C
- Roxas City, Capiz – 42°C
- Dumangas, Iloilo — 42°C
In Metro Manila, a heat index of 38°C to 40°C is predicted by Pagasa.
A heat index of over 42°C falls under the “dangerous” threshold, where heat stroke is “probable” with continued sun exposure.
On March 26, the state weather bureau announced the onset of the dry season.
