Preparations Underway as Southern California Braces for Strong Winds and Fire Weather Warnings
As several parts of Southern California prepare for strong winds and fire weather warnings, local school districts are taking precautions to ensure the safety of students and staff.
LAUSD Takes Precautions
The Los Angeles Unified School District announced Tuesday that they will be taking precautions such as limiting outdoor activities for students at schools that are impacted by high winds.
In a social media post, the district said they will be securing any objects that may become airborne and keep students and staff away from them.
“The District will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as necessary. We are grateful for all Los Angeles Unified employees who work tirelessly to keep our schools safe every day,” LAUSD said in a post.
Additional Measures
LAUSD schools are also being asked to immediately report any broken or fallen tree limbs.
Any construction activity that may produce dust will also be put on hold during the strong wind warnings.
Santa Monica-Malibu School District Takes Precautionary Measures
The Santa Monica-Malibu School District also announced Tuesday that they will be closing their Malibu schools out of precaution due to the winds.
Schools in the Santa Monica area are set to remain open.
Malibu Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, Malibu Middle School, and Malibu High schools will be closed.
“We continue to monitor the situation along with our partners including the City of Malibu and So Cal Edison and will keep you informed of plans for reopening,” Superintendent Dr. Antonio Shelton said in a statement. “We share your concerns, and our thoughts are with the Malibu community during this challenging weather event.”
Conclusion
As Southern California prepares for strong winds and fire weather warnings, local school districts are taking necessary precautions to ensure the safety of students and staff. By limiting outdoor activities, securing objects that may become airborne, and reporting any broken or fallen tree limbs, schools are taking proactive measures to mitigate the risks associated with strong winds and fire weather warnings.
FAQs
Q: Which school districts are taking precautions?
A: The Los Angeles Unified School District and the Santa Monica-Malibu School District are taking precautions.
Q: What measures are being taken by LAUSD?
A: LAUSD is limiting outdoor activities for students at schools that are impacted by high winds, securing objects that may become airborne, and reporting any broken or fallen tree limbs.
Q: Which schools in the Santa Monica-Malibu School District are closed?
A: Malibu Elementary School, Webster Elementary School, Malibu Middle School, and Malibu High schools are closed due to the winds.
Q: Will schools in the Santa Monica area remain open?
A: Yes, schools in the Santa Monica area will remain open.
