Haze worsens in West Malaysia, parts of Klang Valley worst hit
Johan Setia in Selangor has the highest API reading at 174, followed by Cheras (170), and Shah Alam (169).
West Malaysia's haze situation has deteriorated, with unhealthy air quality affecting 30 areas, particularly parts of the Klang Valley, according to today's reports. Johan Setia in Selangor reported the highest Air Pollution Index (API) of 174 at 11am, followed by Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Shah Alam, and Nilai. Unhealthy air quality was also observed in Batu Muda, Putrajaya, Klang, Petaling Jaya, Banting, and Kuala Selangor.
Johor faced significant impact as well, with API readings ranging from 117 to 167 in various locations. Melaka city and Bukit Rambai in the state also experienced unhealthy air quality, with API values of 154 and 151 respectively. The haze extended to the east coast, with unhealthy API readings in Terengganu, Pahang, and Kelantan. Perak's Tanjung Malim and Seri Manjung also reported API values of 152 and 143 respectively.
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