Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has recommended an early start to summer holidays in Punjab’s educational institutions due to intensification of heat and the risk of heat waves, Express News reported Wednesday.
A letter issued by PDMA -Human Director Irfan Ali Kathia has been sent to provincial schooling and higher education departments as well as all Divisional Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners who advise them to take care measures.
The letter suggests adjustments in school hours and suggests announcing summer breaks earlier if temperatures continue to rise.
Authorities have also been invited to ensure uninterrupted access to clean drinking water in schools and colleges, ban outdoor activities and instruct students to wear light, loose appropriate clothing.
In addition, PDMA has called for improved ventilation, functioning fans and cooling systems, and the establishment of first aid counters staffed with heatwave -trained staff.
Coordination with district disaster management authorities has been emphasized to ensure timely flow of information.
In addition, dry weather conditions continue over Punjab, with temperatures steady climbing when the summer heat is intensified.
According to MET Office, Lahores’ minimum temperature has reached 23 ° C, while the maximum is expected to rise to 40 ° C in the coming days.
