‘We were surprised’: heatwave shuts schools in Philippines capital
Soaring temperatures have led to the closure of schools in nearly half of Manila, Philippines, as the country's dry season begins. The heat index, which factors in both air temperature and humidity, is expected to reach "danger" levels, prompting concerns about heat cramps and exhaustion.
The decision to suspend classes is a precautionary measure, even though temperatures are forecast to reach 33 degrees Celsius, lower than the record 38.8 degrees Celsius experienced last April. Last year's heatwave caused widespread school suspensions, impacting millions of students. The current closures affect over 68,000 students in Malabon district alone, with Manila's total student population exceeding 2.8 million.
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Soaring temperatures have led to the closure of schools in nearly half of Manila, Philippines, as the country's dry season begins. The heat index, which factors in both air temperature and humidity, is expected to reach "danger" levels, prompting concerns about heat cramps and exhaustion.
The decision to suspend classes is a precautionary measure, even though temperatures are forecast to reach 33 degrees Celsius, lower than the record 38.8 degrees Celsius experienced last April. Last year's heatwave caused widespread school suspensions, impacting millions of students. The current closures affect over 68,000 students in Malabon district alone, with Manila's total student population exceeding 2.8 million.
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