The Ministry of Education is assessing damage caused to schools following severe weather conditions in parts of the country.
Among the schools affected are the Anna Regina Multilateral School and Riverstown Primary School in Region Two, where reports indicate that strong winds and heavy rainfall caused significant structural damage to buildings.
The Ministry has also confirmed that a teacher from Riverstown Primary School was injured during the incident and is receiving medical attention.
Officials say they are working closely with the regional administration as assessments continue across the country to determine the full extent of the damage. The Ministry noted that once evaluations are completed it will collaborate with Regional Democratic Councils and municipalities to ensure repairs are carried out as quickly as possible.
Meanwhile, citizens are being urged to remain cautious and to stay indoors in areas where adverse weather conditions continue. The Ministry of Education says it remains committed to supporting affected schools and ensuring that all necessary repairs are addressed as a matter of urgency. The report was filed for LRTVS Newswatch.
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