Impact of Record-Breaking Heat Waves on Schools in Asia

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Schools in Asia are canceling classes or moving them online due to record-breaking heat waves, fueled by climate change, posing a threat to children's education and health. Rising temperatures are causing closures in Bangladesh, India, Cambodia, and the Philippines. The UN warns that millions of children are at risk of heat-related illnesses and even death.

Key Points

  • 33 million children affected by school closures in Asia due to extreme heat
  • UN warns of heat-related illnesses and death among children in the region
  • High temperatures impact students' ability to learn and perform well in school

Pros

  • Increased awareness of the impact of climate change on education
  • Highlighting the need for long-term solutions to combat rising temperatures

Cons

  • Widening learning gaps between children in developing and developed countries
  • Risk of heat-related illnesses and fatalities for students