The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration said Negros Occidental is forecasted to have a heat index of 40 degrees Celsius on Thursday, March 6.
Extreme caution should be taken, it said.
Mayor Raymund Tongson has ordered the suspension of face-to-face classes and schoolwork at all levels for both public and private schools in Himamaylan City on Thursday because of the high heat index expected.
Modular Distance Learning will be implemented as an alternative, he said.
He reminded residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure.*