Tag: schools closed
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South-East Queensland Storms Leave Schools Closed and Powerproofed: Recovery Underway
Devastating Storms Hit South-East Queensland Severe thunderstorms swept through south-east Queensland, causing widespread damage and triggering swift government and emergency responses. Power lines were downed, mobile services collapsed, and several communities faced prolonged outages as authorities raced to restore essential services. The disruption has particularly strained schools, which were forced to close while safety checks…
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Marikina Cancels Classes Over Rising Flu Cases, Two-Day Health Break
Marikina announces two-day class suspension to curb flu spread The City Government of Marikina has declared a two-day suspension of classes in all public and private schools in response to a surge in flu and flu-like illnesses. The precautionary measure will take effect on Monday, October 13, and continue through Tuesday, October 14, as recommended…
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Japan Faces Early Flu Epidemic as Schools Close and Hospitals Strain Under Surge
Overview: An Unseasonal Flu Surge Takes Hold Across Japan Japan is confronting an unusually early and sharply intensified influenza season. Health authorities have declared a nationwide flu epidemic five weeks ahead of the typical peak, with more than 4,000 people hospitalised as of early October. The surge has prompted the temporary closure of at least…
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Japan flu outbreak: schools closed, tourists urged to exercise caution amid bed shortages
Japan confronts an unusually early flu season Japan is grappling with an unusually early influenza outbreak that began almost a month ahead of the typical winter peak. While flu season usually stretches from late November through March, this year’s wave has arrived early, becoming the second-earliest onset in two decades and affecting more than 4,000…
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Japan Flu Outbreak: Schools Closed, Hospitals Strain as Early Season Surges
Japan’s Early Flu Season Sparks Widespread Disruptions The annual flu season in Japan typically unfolds from late November through March, peaking in January and February. This year, however, the influenza wave arrived unusually early—almost a month ahead of the usual schedule—putting immense strain on families, schools, and hospitals. Authorities say more than 4,030 people have…