Chow says Penang Merdeka celebration cannot be moved indoors
Penang chief minister says the state government will continue to monitor the haze situation closely.
Penang chief minister Chow Kon Yeow has ruled out the possibility of moving the state's Merdeka Day celebration indoors due to the ongoing haze. Despite this, Chow emphasized that the government would keep a close eye on the air quality situation in Penang. Should the air pollutant index (API) reach 200 or higher, he suggested that it would be more prudent to postpone the event.
However, the actual celebration is still several days away, and a final decision has not been made. Chow spoke at a press conference at his office in Komtar. Penang health committee chairman Daniel Gooi confirmed that there has been no increase in respiratory-related illnesses due to the haze, but he assured the public that healthcare facilities are ready to handle any such cases.
The air quality level in Penang was reported as moderate, with readings of 83 at Seberang Perai, 78 at Minden, 75 at Balik Pulau, and 73 at Seberang Jaya.
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