Strong winds destroy school roof in Itacurubí del Rosario

A section of a school in Itacurubí del Rosario, Paraguay, suffered significant damage when strong winds ripped off the roof of a six-classroom pavilion. The incident occurred on July 18, 2026, around 12:45 p.m., leaving two classrooms severely exposed.

The affected school, Basic School No. 1762 Wilhelm M. Nelissen Von Haken in the Carolina district, serves 90 students from kindergarten to ninth grade. The strong winds caused the complete detachment of the roofs and ceilings of the two classrooms.

Members of the school community have already begun the process of seeking assistance to repair the infrastructure. Director Professor Severiano García stated that they are working with the institution's risk team to quickly assess the damage and report the situation to the relevant authorities. They plan to present a formal request for repairs to the Municipality of Itacurubí del Rosario by Monday morning.

Area supervisor Arnaldo León confirmed that efforts are being coordinated among the educational community, school administration, and the municipality to expedite the necessary improvements. The goal is to complete the repairs before students return from their winter break.