Frigid Temperatures Cause High School to Close Due to Malfunctioning Heaters
Uncomfortable Conditions Lead to Closure
A North Texas high school was forced to close its doors on Thursday due to a malfunctioning heater, leaving students and staff to brave the cold. The issue arose when three broilers at Plano East Senior High School stopped working, resulting in "uncomfortably cold conditions" in classrooms across multiple buildings.
Portable Heaters Arrive on the Scene
To address the issue, the school brought in portable heaters on Thursday morning for students and staff who had already begun their day. The quick response aimed to mitigate the discomfort and ensure a safe and healthy learning environment.
School District Works on a Solution
Plano ISD’s facilities department is actively working on resolving the issue, with updates available on the school’s website. Fortunately, the malfunction did not affect other schools within the district, ensuring that students and staff at other campuses were not impacted.
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The District’s Response
"We appreciate your understanding as well as your support of our efforts to keep students safe and focused on learning," the district said in a statement.
Frigid Temperatures Expected to Last
The National Weather Service’s extreme cold warning, which began on Tuesday, has expired. However, temperatures are expected to remain frigid until at least midday Friday, with highs reaching around 36 degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why did the school close due to a malfunctioning heater?
A: The school closed due to "uncomfortably cold conditions" caused by three broilers at Plano East Senior High School not working, resulting in an unhealthy and unsafe learning environment.
Q: How did the school address the issue?
A: The school brought in portable heaters to mitigate the discomfort and ensure a safe and healthy learning environment.
Q: Are other schools within the district affected?
A: No, the malfunction did not affect other schools within the Plano ISD.
Q: What is the current weather forecast?
A: Frigid temperatures are expected to remain until at least midday Friday, with highs reaching around 36 degrees.
