Perth and Kinross schools to close tomorrow due to Storm Eowyn
All Perth and Kinross Schools and Early Learning and Childcare settings will be closed tomorrow ( Friday, January 24) as a precaution because of Storm Eowyn.
Announcing the decision on Thursday afternoon, the council said that all primary and secondary schools and early learning and childcare centres will remain closed on Friday as the region braces for winds up to 90mph.
The Met Office has issued a rare red weather warning for “very strong winds” that could present a “danger to life”. The warning is in force from 10am until 5pm.
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Updating parents on the situation, the council said:"We understand the impact this will have on parents and carers but the safety of our children and young people is our priority.
"UHI Perth will also be closing its campus, which means pupils will be unable to attend placements there on Friday.
"Remote learning will be provided for pupils.
"All school lets will also be cancelled tomorrow in the interests of safety.
"We expect schools to be open as normal on Monday, January 27."