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Temperature vs. Heat Index by Kenneth Dela Cruz is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document explains the difference between temperature and heat index, highlighting that heat index reflects how hot it feels due to humidity and temperature. It outlines the potential effects of heat index on the body, including fatigue, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and the risk of heat stroke with prolonged exposure and activity. PAGASA warns that direct sunlight can increase the heat index significantly, leading to serious health risks.
- Author
- Kenneth Dela Cruz
- Language
- EN