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Extreme Heat Disrupts Education for Millions of Children

8/2/2025

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In Dhakale, India, soaring summer temperatures above 36°C are taking a toll on children's education, hindering their ability to focus in class. A Save the Children report reveals that one in three children globally endures extreme heat waves, impairing their cognitive abilities. Experts advocate for urgent reforms in schools, including rescheduled tests and designated cooling zones, to combat this crisis.

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Story summary

In Dhakale, India, soaring summer temperatures above 36°C are taking a toll on children's education, hindering their ability to focus in class. A Save the Children report reveals that one in three children globally endures extreme heat waves, impairing their cognitive abilities. Experts advocate for urgent reforms in schools, including rescheduled tests and designated cooling zones, to combat this crisis.