Unions urge teachers to strike as French school exams go ahead in up to 40C heat
Summary
Teachers in France are protesting unsafe working conditions as a severe heatwave causes school temperatures to reach up to 40°C (104°F). Despite the heat, national exams are continuing with some accommodations like morning exam times, water breaks, and fewer students per room.Key Facts
- France is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures up to 40°C in some schools.
- Education unions say schools are not prepared and called for strikes over health risks.
- About 3,500 schools were closed due to heat; 10,000 schools shortened hours.
- French school buildings often lack air conditioning and insulation, causing classrooms to become very hot.
- The "brevet" exams for around 850,000 15-year-olds are still happening, mostly in the mornings.
- Measures include spacing desks, providing water, and allowing breaks during exams.
- Some students and examiners have fainted or needed care due to the heat during oral exams.
- The Paris region provided emergency funds to buy fans and cooling equipment for schools.
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