The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) in Mactan recorded a temperature of 37 degrees Celsius last Monday—just as residents had to deal with extended power cuts.

Add to that a power supply shortage in the Cebu which make things more scorching hot. As reported locally, since May 20, temperatures have been climbing, from 34.4 degrees Celsius to 36 degrees Celsius. And now 37 degrees @_@

The Department of Health (DOH) issued a statement that reiterated its call for the public to protect themselves from the heat to avoid suffering ailments, like heat stroke so that public needs to take precautions. Avoid being outdoors or direct exposure to the sun, especially during mid-morning until mid-afternoon.

We should also bring umbrellas or any protective gear and drinking water to avoid being dehydrated while traveling. And not to mention our Dams and plants are suffering too, why not make a greenhouse for them? These things could have been mitigated if all of us not just the government proactively prepare for such things and not just always be reactive.