2024-04-10 07:10:22
Since last Monday Ministry of Education ―Mineduc― suspended classes in some parts of the country due to fire recorded at the AMSA landfill. For tomorrow, students continue without in-person activity in schools, since the incident has been partially controlled. We tell you more about the information shared by the authorities.
Classes in Guatemala, Sacatepéquez and Escuintla continue to be suspended
The suspension of classes It continues for Wednesday, April 10 in the departments of Guatemala, Escuintla and Sacatepéquez, as indicated by the Mineduc through a press release published on its social networks. The measure is maintained with the objective of protecting the health of students and educational staff in the midst of the air pollution associated with the fire being fought at the landfill of the Authority for the Sustainable Management of the Basin and Lake Amatitlán.
He fire at the AMSA landfilllocated at kilometer 22 of the route to the Pacific, has been active since last Sunday, April 7.
The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction -CONRED- reported in a press conference that the event is 60% controlled. It is estimated that by the weekend it will be completely under control, if the wind conditions and the materials in the landfill do not alter the actions of the people who are working there.
In addition to this, the authorities indicated that they requested the President of the Republic to declare a State of Calamity throughout the territory, to access the emergency fund for public calamities and thus have sufficient supplies to fight the fire.
Current situation on air pollution
The National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology -INSIVUMEH- reported this morning that the air quality was in the “Dangerous” category, the highest of the Air Quality Index. For this afternoon, the index registered lower levels, although not as satisfactory, since it returned to the “Very Bad” category, in which the levels of recent days have been recorded.
Therefore, it is crucial that the population continues to take precautions to protect their health. It is recommended to avoid outdoor activities and wear masks when going out. These measures are especially important for children, older people and those with respiratory problems, who are more susceptible to the harmful effects of air pollution.
As authorities continue to face the challenge of the AMSA landfill fire and its consequences on air quality, it is essential that the public follow safety recommendations and remain alert for any updates on the situation. The health and safety of everyone is a priority right now.
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