The combination of these three factors is often cited in the Philippines as a primary cause of and other folk illnesses.

By respecting these three elements, you don't just stay dry or cool; you align yourself with a centuries-old rhythm of tropical living. Ulan, init at hamog (1987) - Plot - IMDb

The phrase has even permeated Filipino pop culture. For instance, the 1987 film Ulan, Init at Hamog uses these environmental metaphors to tell a story of life’s varied touches—happiness, hope, and drama—mirroring how the weather itself touches every Filipino's life.