Odisha Schools Closed Till April 16 Because of Heat Waves: The Odisha Government has announced the closure of all government and private schools and anganwadis in the state up to the 10th class due to the heat wave conditions. The decision has been taken to ensure the safety and well-being of students. The closure will be effective from April 12 to April 16, 2023.
Check out the Official Tweet: Odisha Schools Closed Till April 16
In view of intense heat wave condition, Anganwadis centres and all schools (both govt and private) up to STD 10th will remain closed from 12th April to 16th April, 2023.
— I & PR Department, Odisha (@IPR_Odisha) April 11, 2023
As per the official tweet by the Information and Public Relations Department, “In view of the intense heat wave condition, Anganwadi centers, and all schools (both govt and private) up to STD 10th will remain closed from 12th April to 16th April 2023.“
Earlier, the state administration had altered the school schedules for kids in Classes 1 through 12 due to the heatwave conditions. The classes had been planned from 7 AM to 11:30 AM, but due to the intense heat waves, the authorities had to announce the closure.
To ensure the safety of students and staff, the Odisha heatwave advisory recommends extra care to be taken to ensure the availability of drinking water, sufficient ORS, and restricting outdoor activities.
IMD Predicts Increase in Temperature
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state’s temperature is predicted to increase until April 16. The state capital is likely to reach 41 degrees Celsius, with some places expected to exceed an average temperature of 40 degrees Celsius. The warmest place on April 12 was Jharsuguda in the western region, which recorded 40.4 degrees Celsius. Baripada in the north recorded 40 degrees Celsius.
In such conditions, it is essential to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses such as dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. Staying indoors during peak daytime hours, drinking plenty of water, and wearing lightweight, light-colored clothing are some of the precautions that can be taken to avoid heat-related illnesses.
The closure of schools in Odisha has been announced due to the intense heatwave condition, and students’ safety is of utmost priority. The IMD predicts a rise in temperature until April 16, and it is crucial to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
