1,700 schools in Myanmar close temporarily due to severe flooding from rising river levels.

1,700 schools in nine regions of Myanmar have temporarily closed due to severe flooding from rising water levels of the Ayeyarwady and Chindwin rivers, according to the Information Team of Myanmar's State Administration Council. To minimize educational loss, missed school days will be made up on holidays once the water recedes. Additionally, 1,120 schools have been reported damaged by natural disasters across the country.

August 02, 2024
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