Local school district closes due to heat
PARMA, Ohio (WJW) – The Parma City Schools announced Tuesday evening that the district would close on Wednesday 'due to extreme temperatures forecasted.'
According to Meteorologist Scott Sabol, Wednesday will be the warmest and most humid day this week. Temperatures will be in the mid-80s with winds gusting to 20-25 mph in the afternoon.
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In addition, a plume of wildfire smoke has moved into the region and will stick around throughout the day. The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Advisory for several northeast Ohio counties, including Cuyahoga, stating that air quality levels will be unhealthy for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly and those with breathing difficulties.
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According to Parma City Schools, all functions scheduled for Wednesday, June 4, are cancelled.
The district's last day for students is listed as Thursday, June 12, according to the district calendar.
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