Weather Chaos Shutters Schools in Jammu Division
In response to severe weather conditions, including incessant rain and landslides, all schools in Jammu will remain closed. The closure is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff amid warnings. Recent floods and landslides have already resulted in significant casualties and property damage.
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In response to relentless rain and landslides, all government and private schools across Jammu will be closed on Monday, the Directorate of School Education announced. The decision comes after a week-long closure amid safety advisories.
Naseem Javaid Chowdhary, Director School Education, cited the persistent rainfall and subsequent landslides in ordering the closure to protect students and staff.
Recent weather events, including cloudbursts and flash floods since mid-August, have caused over 130 deaths, left 120 injured, and destroyed property across several districts, underscoring the severity of the situation.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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