The Padang Panjang City Government has once again extended the policy\nof adjusting learning activities to Distance Learning (PJJ). This\ndecision was made following the air quality conditions in the region,\nwhich remain in the unhealthy category due to environmental impacts.<\/p>\n
This extension of distance learning is in effect for two days,\nspecifically from Thursday to Friday, 17\u201318 September 2026. The step was\ntaken as a rapid anticipatory measure to protect the health of students,\neducators, and educational staff from potential respiratory health\ndisturbances.<\/p>\n
Based on official reports from the results of tests by the\nEnvironmental Laboratory UPTD of the Department of Housing, Settlements,\nand Environment of Padang Panjang City as of 16 September 2026, the Air\nPollution Standard Index (ISPU) was recorded at 163.943. This figure\nclearly falls into the unhealthy category and is assessed to have the\npotential to increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups\nsuch as school-aged children.<\/p>\n
The Mayor of Padang Panjang, Hendri Arnis, explained that this\nadjustment to the learning model is a joint preventive measure to ensure\nthe safety of students while air conditions have not yet returned to\nnormal and safe. He expressed hope that the air quality in his region\ncould improve promptly so that face-to-face teaching and learning\nactivities could return to normal.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur hope is that the air condition improves immediately so that\nlearning activities can return to normal. For the time being, let us\nwork together to protect the health of our children, limit outdoor\nactivities, and follow the established directives,\u201d said Mayor Hendri\nArnis on Thursday (17\/9).<\/p>\n
Furthermore, Mayor Hendri also urged parents to actively accompany\ntheir children during the home learning process. Parents are also\nrequested to ensure that their children do not engage in outdoor\nphysical activities while air quality remains poor.<\/p>\n
As an additional protective measure, the Padang Panjang City\nGovernment issued an appeal for the general public to reduce outdoor\nactivities, remain disciplined in wearing masks when forced to leave the\nhouse, and routinely monitor the health of their families. Members of\nthe public who begin to experience health complaints due to exposure to\npoor air quality are also instructed to immediately visit the nearest\nhealth service facilities to receive prompt and appropriate medical\ntreatment.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/air-quality-remains-unhealthy-padang-panjang-city-government-extends-remote-learning-by-two-days-1789651594", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }