Serian records country's worst API reading at 173
KUALA LUMPUR: IPD Serian recorded the country’s highest air pollutant index (API) reading at 173 as of 8am today, remaining in the unhealthy category and showing little improvement from 174 yesterday evening.
Today, the air pollutant index (API) reading at IPD Serian hit 173, marking Malaysia's worst reading yet. Positioned in the unhealthy category, this figure is slightly lower than yesterday's 174. Other areas recording unhealthy readings include Johan Setia and Cheras in Selangor, Nilai and Seremban in Negri Sembilan, Putrajaya, and Alor Gajah in Melaka.
In Sarawak, moderate API readings were noted, with Samarahan leading at 98. Only 2 areas recorded good air quality, namely Langkawi in Kedah with a reading of 30, and Kangar in Perlis with 29. API readings range from 0-50 for good air quality, 51-100 for moderate, 101-200 for unhealthy, 201-300 for very unhealthy, and above 300 for hazardous.
The public can access the latest hourly API readings on the Department of Environment's website or via the MyJAS EQMS mobile app.
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