All St. Maarten Schools Closed Monday Due to Bad Weather

All schools in Sint Maarten will remain closed on Monday, August 31, due to hazardous weather conditions stemming from the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly, now downgraded to a tropical wave. The Sint Maarten Meteorological Department (MDS) warned that the atmosphere will remain sufficiently moist and unstable to produce heavy cloud cover, showers, and thunderstorms across the region. The closure was announced as a precautionary measure to protect students and staff during the unsettled weather. Residents across Sint Maarten are advised to take precautions as the tropical wave continues to influence local weather conditions. The situation reflects the broader impact of Dolly's remnants on the northeastern Caribbean, even after the system weakened from a named storm. Parents and guardians are expected to make alternative arrangements for childcare on the affected day. Authorities have not yet indicated whether the closures will extend beyond Monday.