Proposed state standards to protect indoor workers from extreme heat would extend to schools. The rules come as climate change is bringing more frequent and intense heat waves, causing schools nationwide to cancel instruction.
LAKE ELSINORE — Yahushua Robinson was an energetic boy who jumped and danced his way through life. Then, a physical education teacher instructed the 12-year-old to run outside on a
Yahushua Robinson, a 12-year-old, died after being instructed to run in 41-degree celsius heat, highlighting the current dangers of extreme weather for students.
A California bill would require the state Department of Education to create guidelines limiting physical activity at public schools during extreme weather.
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