Haryana, Delhi Schools Closed Amid Severe Pollution

In response to severe air pollution, Haryana's Nuh district administration has ordered the closure of schools for students in Classes 1 to 5 from November 18 to 22. This directive is part of broader measures across northern India, with Delhi also halting physical classes up to Class 9 and implementing online learning due to hazardous air quality indices reaching 'severe' levels. The Haryana government has empowered district officials to temporarily close schools and hold online classes to protect children's health. Air pollution, exacerbated by crop burning and industrial emissions, has led to additional restrictions in Delhi, including a ban on non-essential trucks and diesel vehicles. Meanwhile, Maranacook Community Middle and High Schools in Maine were closed due to a threat discovered in a school bathroom, prompting an investigation with local authorities.