Al Ain schools switch to online classes

As a precautionary measure against the effects of tropical storm Shaheen, all educational institutions in Al Ain will switch to distance learning until tomorrow. Earlier, schools, nurseries and universities in Sharjah’s Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Dibba Al Hisn regions — as well as public schools in Dubai’s Hatta region — switched to online classes yesterday and today as a precaution. Authorities also directed construction sites in Al Ain to close from 4pm yesterday until tomorrow.

“Due to current weather conditions, all educational institutions in Al Ain will activate distance learning on Monday, 4 October and Tuesday, 5 October. In addition, construction sites in Al Ain will be immediately secured and all construction work will cease from 4pm Sunday, 3 October until Tuesday, 5 October,” the Abu Dhabi Media Office announced.

A similar halt in construction activity has been implemented in the capital by the Abu Dhabi City Municipality.

“In light of the expected weather instabilities, you are advised to stop immediately activity on constructions sites, and ensure full control and safety at all times from 4pm on Sunday until Tuesday, October 5,” the municipality said in an alert.