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Schools in Sint Maarten remain closed due to severe weather from storm Dolly

All schools in Sint Maarten are closed due to severe weather and flood risks from tropical storm Dolly.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Today, schools on the Caribbean island of Sint Maarten remain closed. This measure has been taken due to the expected heavy showers resulting from tropical storm Dolly.

The government has issued a warning for heavy rainfall that could cause disruptions. The storm also affects other areas within the Caribbean part of the Kingdom, such as Saba and Sint Eustatius.

In Saba, warnings are in place that heavy rainfall could lead to sudden flooding and an increased risk of landslides, sinkholes, and falling rocks.

The situation is being closely monitored by local authorities. Educational institutions have decided to remain closed to ensure the safety of students and staff.

The same warnings apply to Sint Eustatius, where potential disruptions from heavy rainfall are also being considered.

The weather conditions are the result of the lingering effects of storm Dolly, which previously passed over the Leeward Islands.

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