Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education Switches to Remote Classes and School Closures Ahead of Typhoon ‘Hinnamnor’ Approaching

Student Safety First, Principal's Autonomous Decision

Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Jun-kyung] The Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education has entered an emergency response system in preparation for the expected approach of Typhoon Hinnamnor.

According to the Jeonnam Provincial Office of Education on the 4th, schools were advised to implement shortened classes, switch to remote classes, or take discretionary holidays to ensure student safety is not compromised. The academic schedule will be decided at the discretion of the school principal.

An official from the Office of Education stated, “We will maintain a 24-hour emergency duty system to respond swiftly to disaster situations,” and added, “We are especially on high alert to ensure that there are no disruptions to student safety on the 5th and 6th, when Jeonnam is expected to be affected by the typhoon.”

This typhoon is expected to approach the southern coast of Jeonnam with a “very strong” intensity from the 5th and move northward inland.

Superintendent Kim Dae-jung said, “Typhoon Hinnamnor could be stronger than Typhoon Maemi, which caused massive damage, so we will closely monitor the situation and prepare thoroughly,” and urged, “All schools should ensure student safety and make every effort to minimize damage to school or institutional facilities.”

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