Will Schools Be Closed Tomorrow Due to Coronavirus? Following statements by Health Minister Fahrettin Koca, there has been breaking news about whether schools will be closed starting tomorrow because of the coronavirus. In his latest remarks, Minister Koca said the decision to close schools would be discussed together with the Ministry of National Education. He emphasized the importance of remaining prepared against the coronavirus and addressed the possibility of school closures as part of broader precautions.
Schools in TRNC Closed Tomorrow!
Schools in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) will be closed tomorrow. Health Minister Fahrettin Koca stated that the question of closing schools because of the coronavirus will be discussed in the coming days with the Ministry of National Education. He added that the Science Board will advise on limits for national conferences that do not involve international participation, determining how many attendees are acceptable. He said they expect to clarify this within one to two days.
Separately, the TRNC Minister of National Education and Culture, Nazım Çavuşoğlu, announced that schools there have been suspended until March 15, 2020 due to the coronavirus.
The coronavirus, which is affecting nearly the entire world, has also led to rising case counts and deaths in several countries. In Spain, the latest reported death toll reached 35, and confirmed cases exceeded 1,500. In some of the hardest-hit areas—such as Madrid, La Rioja, and the Basque regions including Vitoria and Labastida—schools have been closed for two weeks.
In Denmark, confirmed cases reached 156. The country banned flights from parts of Northern Italy, Iran, and certain Austrian cities. The prime minister urged avoidance of travel to red-listed areas, while the transport minister advised against using public transport unless it is essential.
- Belgium’s confirmed coronavirus cases rose to 267.
- Malta recorded 4 confirmed cases.
- Switzerland reported 476 cases and 3 deaths.
Romania is maintaining high-level precautionary measures.