UNICEF reports that extreme weather conditions in 2024 affected the education of 242 million children across 85 countries, with middle and low-income nations facing the brunt of the crisis. Notably, South Asia was highlighted as the hardest-hit region, with 128 million students impacted by heatwaves and other disasters. Incidents like floods in Pakistan and cyclones in East Asia exemplify the severe disruptions caused. Overall, approximately 74% of affected children were in developing countries, underlining the urgency for global action to mitigate climate-related education disruptions.
The report emphasizes that extreme weather, linked to climate change, has severely disrupted education for 242 million children in 85 countries, especially in South Asia.
UNICEF highlights that one in seven students faced school interruptions due to climate-related disasters, urging urgent action to address the education crisis.
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