There is a funny meme being passed around which shows a revised version of Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Instead of food and water, a new level was added to the bottom labeled 'AIRCON'—suggesting that it is now the most important physiological need for Filipinos. The joke was undoubtedly inspired by the high heat index that the country has been having the past weeks. Last Friday, Pagasa reported that the heat index in Manila reached the 'danger' level for the sixth day in a row. Under this category, people are more vulnerable to cramps and heat exhaustion, while those with prolonged sun exposure are at a higher risk for heatstroke.

https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/505688/heat-action-plans-we-need-them-now

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