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Aïn Draham and Jendouba: Classes suspended due to bad weather

From La Presse · (2d ago) French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • School and training activities are suspended in Aïn Draham and Jendouba due to severe weather.
  • Heavy rainfall, hail, and strong winds are expected, with potential accumulations of up to 80mm in some areas.
  • Authorities urge residents to exercise extreme caution and avoid unnecessary risks near waterways.

The governorate of Jendouba is bracing for extreme weather conditions as authorities have ordered the immediate suspension of all educational and training activities in the most vulnerable areas. This precautionary measure, decided by the regional commission for disaster management, comes in response to the rapid deterioration of the meteorological situation. Classes in Aïn Draham and Tabarka are suspended for Tuesday afternoon and all day Wednesday. This exceptional closure affects all public and private educational institutions, from primary schools to high schools, as well as vocational training centers and facilities for individuals with special needs. The commission is urging citizens to remain vigilant and exercise the utmost caution, particularly by avoiding any unnecessary risks near rivers and wadis. Strict adherence to safety instructions from specialized services is emphasized to promote self-prevention. The commission remains on permanent alert, ready for any emergency intervention. The National Institute of Meteorology confirms that instability will persist across the north, center, and parts of the southeast, with locally intense rainfall expected. These conditions, accompanied by hail and violent gusts of wind during thunderstorms, will make travel particularly hazardous.

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Originally published by La Presse in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.