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Haze: Four areas in Sarawak, Kuala Lumpur record unhealthy air quality

SARAWAK remained the country’s haze hotspot on Thursday morning, with three areas recording unhealthy air quality, while Cheras in Kuala Lumpur also entered the unhealthy range. Data from the Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) showed Samar...

Sarawak is bracing for further haze and decreased visibility this week, according to MetMalaysia. The Meteorological Department warned that the country will continue to be impacted by south-westerly winds throughout the week. Monitoring from the Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre revealed that hotspots remain elevated in southern Sumatra and western Kalimantan.

This combination of factors could lead to hazy weather and reduced visibility in Sarawak and parts of Peninsular Malaysia during the forecast period. MetMalaysia urged the public to stay informed by checking their website, social media channels, and the myCuaca app for the most accurate and current weather data.

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