Heatwave Safety Measures Announced for Students and Teachers–DC Larkano’s Latest Notification

Larkano Schools Get New Timings Amid Severe Heatwave Alert – Precautionary Measures Issued

In view of the severe heatwave expected to hit Larkano, the Deputy Commissioner’s Office has issued an official notification revising school timings and ordering safety measures across all schools and educational institutions in the district. The circular, dated 23^rd May 2025, follows a letter from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) and aims to protect students and teachers from heatstroke and other heat-related risks.

The updated school timings are as follows:

• Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Alongside the timing update, the notification highlights strict preventive measures such as the availability of ORS and cold water, conducting assemblies under shade, and ensuring functional medical kits and cooling systems in schools.

This proactive step reflects the administration’s commitment to student safety during extreme weather conditions. Please find notification:

OFFICE OF THE
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER LARKANO
No. DC/LRK/Rev: Br:/-3865
Dated: 23.05.2025

To

The Regional Director, Colleges Larkano Region.

The Director School Education (Primary/Secondary)

The Director (Private) School Education, Larkano Region

The District Education Officer (Primary/Secondary), Larkano

SUBJECT:             HEAT WAVE ADVISORY

                              With reference to PDMA’s letter No. PDMA(s)/PEOC/01/ 2025/6508 dated 19^thMay2025 (copy enclosed) regarding the upcoming Heat Wave, the following timings and protectivemeasures are advised to prevent HEAT STROKE attack to students and teaching staff:

REVISED SCHOOL TIMINGS:

Monday to Thursday	08:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Friday	08:00 AM to 11:30 AM

               Necessary Measures/stepsmust be ensured in allSchools/Institutions of the District:

1.            The morning assemblies must be conducted under proper shade/sheltered areas.

2.            Ensure availability of cold drinking water and ORS in school.

3.            The medical facilities first aid kits should be available in schools.

4.            Ensure students remain under shade until they are safely picked up to avoid direct exposure to extreme heat.

5.            Ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity/solar/generator etc. and maintenance of class room temperature.

                              You are therefore, advised to direct all the concerned School administrators and head of institutions for strict compliance of above given instructions positively.

DEPUTY COMMISSIONER
LARKANO

Parents, Teachers Urged to Cooperate in Implementing Heatwave Safety Plan – Schools to Follow Strict Guidelines:

With temperatures expected to soar, the District Administration of Larkano is emphasizing strict compliance with the newly issued heatwave advisory. School administrators are directed to minimize heat exposure, especially during arrival and dismissal hours, ensuring that students wait in shaded areas until safely picked up.

The deputy commissioner has clearly advised school heads to prioritize safety by ensuring a steady supply of drinking water, shaded spaces for students, first aid kits, and operational electric/solar-powered cooling systems to maintain classroom temperatures.

The revised school hours are a crucial step toward preventing heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses among school-going children and staff. Parents are also urged to send children with water bottles, caps, and lightweight clothing to help minimize risk.

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