Schools Brace for Summer Heat with New Precautions

In anticipation of the summer heat, schools in Tamil Nadu have been instructed to prepare by stocking oral rehydration solution (ORS) packets and first-aid kits. The education department has emphasized the need for adequate water supply for both students and staff. Circulars directing chief education officers highlight the importance of ready water storage systems and avoiding the use of open spaces exposed to direct sunlight between noon and 3 pm.

During these peak heat hours, classes, games, and physical exercises in open areas are prohibited. Schools are also encouraged to provide water containers for birds. The school education director stated that these instructions were issued a month before reopening to allow ample preparation time, reinforcing initiatives like water bells and promoting the consumption of seasonal fruits and vegetables rich in water content for student hydration.