MANILA — Hundreds of schools in the Philippines, including dozens in the capital Manila, suspended in-person classes on Tuesday due to dangerous levels of heat, education officials said.A student uses a bag to protect herself from the sun during a hot day in Manila on April 2, 2024.
Hundreds of schools in the Philippines, including dozens in the capital Manila, suspended in-person classes on Tuesday due to dangerous levels of heat, education officials said.The index was expected to reach the"danger" level of 42°C in Manila on Tuesday and 43°C on Wednesday, with similar levels in a dozen other areas of the country, the state weather forecaster said.
The orders affected hundreds of schools in the provinces of Cotabato, South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat, as well as the cities of Cotabato, General Santos and Koronadal, Ms Halique said. Cotabato city experienced the highest heat index in Mindanao, reaching 42°C on Monday and Tuesday, the state forecaster reported. AFPBy clicking subscribe, I agree for my personal data to be used to send me TODAY newsletters, promotional offers and for research and analysis.We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with TODAY to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.