🔍 As the new school year kicks off, a hidden hazard is heating up classrooms across the U.S. New research finds that about 76% of students attend schools where buildings and pavements crank up temperatures by at least 13°C! 🌡️
🏝️ In Florida, it’s even more intense. Miami reporter Nitza Soledad Perez shows us how soaring heat is more than just uncomfortable—it’s a safety risk. From heat exhaustion during lunchtime to classrooms without proper cooling, families and educators are on alert. ⚠️
But it’s not just an American problem. Many of us in South and Southeast Asia know all too well what a 40°C day feels like—reminding us that extreme heat in school zones is a global wake-up call. 🌏
So, what’s behind this sizzling trend? Concrete, asphalt and rooftops trap solar energy and release it slowly, turning schoolgrounds into temporary ovens when the mercury rises. It’s not rocket science—just basic physics, but the impact on student health can be serious. 😓
Across the country, educators are scrambling for solutions: more shaded areas, portable fans and revised outdoor schedules. In Miami, one mom’s painful experience is driving a grassroots push for heat-safe school zones, aiming to protect students from heat-related illnesses. 💪
As young changemakers, you can get involved: start conversations in your community, share tips for heat safety with friends, or advocate for cooler campuses. After all, staying cool is key to staying focused and safe in class. 📚✨
Extreme heat isn’t going away—so let’s turn up the dialogue and cool down our schools, together. ❄️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
