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Saturday, September 5, 2026

HVAC Failures Disrupt Schools Amid Heatwaves

Two schools face early dismissals due to HVAC failures during extreme heat, highlighting system vulnerabilities.

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Green Level High School is dealing with HVAC issues amid near-record heat, disrupting operations (WRAL reported).

Harvie Elementary School dismissed students early due to HVAC failures, compounding challenges during high temperatures (Henrico Citizen reported).

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