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‘Very unhealthy’ air quality continues in Sri Aman as haze worsens

Twenty-nine areas record unhealthy API readings nationwide as of 10am, with Sri Aman recording the highest at 223.

‘Very unhealthy’ air quality continues in Sri Aman as haze worsens

Malaysia's air quality remains "very unhealthy" in Sarawak's Sri Aman as haze continues to worsen, with the area recording the highest API reading of 223 across the nation this morning. Of the 29 areas impacted, the highest API levels were found in Sarawak, with Serian, Sarikei, Kuching, Samarahan, and Mukah also experiencing unhealthy conditions.

The Klang Valley saw Cheras reach a reading of 160, while Penang experienced unhealthy air quality in Minden, Seberang Perai, and Seberang Jaya. Kedah, Perlis, and Perak also saw areas with unhealthy API readings, ranging from 155 to 162. Overall, no "good" air quality was reported nationwide, with only moderate readings recorded in certain regions.

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