Sarawak haze persists: Serian, Kuching, Samarahan in ‘Hazardous’ zone
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 — Three areas in Sarawak recorded Air Pollutant Index (API) readings at hazardous levels as of 8 am...
Three Sarawak areas - Serian, Kuching, and Samarahan - are currently experiencing hazardous air pollution levels, according to the latest Air Pollutant Index (API) readings. The highest reading of 320 was recorded at the Serian District Police Headquarters (IPD), followed by Kuching with a reading of 318 and Samarahan at 302. APIMS data reveals that five other Sarawak areas, including Sibu, Sarikei, Mukah, Bintulu, and Sri Aman, are experiencing very unhealthy air quality conditions.
In total, 16 stations across Sarawak reported API readings at the unhealthy level, with Samalaju leading the way at 196. Other cities and regions, such as Kapit, Kota Kinabalu, Miri, Labuan, and Limbang, also faced unhealthy pollution levels. Additionally, 44 stations in the state reported moderate air quality, while 44 stations recorded good air quality.
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