Schools in a district of the state They have taken a drastic and unconventional measure: They will close their doors in anticipation of the solar eclipse, all of this at the request of local emergency officials. This is because a large flow of tourists and visitors is expected in the areas where the eclipse can be observed in its entirety.
The astronomical phenomenon, that will begin in Mexico and cross several states in the United States such as Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine before heading towards the North Atlantic, is generating expectations not only among astronomy enthusiasts, but also among authorities and emergency bodies.
In Hays County, the school district has decided to close its doors, even having initially planned to remain open for the event. According to a report from Austin American-Statesman, the school district had acquired enough observation glasses safe for all students, with the intention of allowing them to enjoy the eclipse safely. However, Security concerns have led to a sudden change of plans.
Why have some schools in Texas decided to close during the day of the solar eclipse?
Tim Savoy, spokesman for the Hays school district, mentioned that “Central Texas area expects large influx of tourism due to eclipsewhich could put a strain on emergency response personnel who will be needed to assist with traffic control and crowd management in parts of our county.”
Anticipation of large numbers of visitors has led local officials to recommend Hays County residents prepare in advance. Mike Jones, director of the county's Office of Emergency Services, urged people to stock up on food and gasoline for the event, with the goal of reducing traffic flow on eclipse day and managing expectations of a greater influx of people. visitors.
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