Tacloban Public Schools Suspend In-Person Classes Due to Extreme Heat
Tacloban City, Philippines, is suspending face-to-face classes in public elementary and secondary schools due to a projected heat index of 40 degrees Celsius, affecting approximately 55,000 students who will transition to distance learning. This highlights the impact of heatwaves on education.
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