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Haze worsens in Sarawak as 11 areas record unhealthy air quality

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — Haze conditions in Sarawak have worsened, with the number of areas recording unhealthy Air...

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Haze worsens in Sarawak as 11 areas record unhealthy air quality

On August 11, the haze situation in Sarawak has deteriorated, with 11 areas now reporting unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) levels according to the Department of Environment's Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS). Serian IPD monitoring station experienced the most significant increase, reaching an API reading of 189, which is close to the "very unhealthy" threshold.

Apart from Serian, other monitoring stations in Samarahan (171), Kuching (166), Bintulu (159), Samalaju (156), Mukah (155), Ibu (154), Sarikei (153), Sri Aman (152), Miri (135) and the Miri Industrial Training Institute (ILP) (111) all recorded unhealthy air quality. Moderate readings were reported in Limbang (81) and Kapit (73), both inching closer to the unhealthy range.

The worsening air quality in various parts of Sarawak, especially with rising API readings in key locations, indicates a deteriorating environment that can impact the health of vulnerable individuals such as children, senior citizens, and those with respiratory issues or chronic illnesses. Residents are urged to stay informed about the evolving air quality conditions and minimize outdoor activities if the haze situation worsens.

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