Philippine students suffer in wilting heat, thwarting education efforts

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Two accused teenagers to remain in custody for at least two more weeks | SaltWire #newsupdate #newsMANILA - Sweltering heat in the Philippines can curb farm production, disrupt water and power and weigh on businesses, but it also takes a toll on students, hampering the Southeast Asian nation's efforts to catch up to its neighbours in education.

Thousands of schools have suspended classes due to the heat, affecting more than 3.6 million students, education ministry data shows. Children are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses such as dizziness, vomiting and fainting when exposed to extreme heat for long periods, according to Save the Children Philippines.

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