Schools in Johor, Melaka, Negri Sembilan, Putrajaya closed tomorrow

Minister of Education Fadhlina Sidek has advised parents, students and teachers to wear suitable face masks when outside, particularly in areas affected by the haze, according to her Facebook post. All schools in Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan and Putrajaya will be closed tomorrow due to the haze situation. This closure also includes schools in several districts of Selangor and Pahang, such as Hulu Langat, Petaling Perdana, Kuala Langat, Sepang, Kuantan and Rompin.

However, schools in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Pulau Pinang, Perak, Terengganu, Sabah and Sarawak, along with other areas in Selangor and Pahang, will continue to operate as usual.

Fadhlina has requested schools to monitor outdoor activities based on air quality levels. She has also advised parents, students and teachers to wear suitable face masks when outside, especially in the affected areas due to the haze. Furthermore, she has urged the public to refer to the official announcements made by schools, district education offices, and respective state education departments for the most recent information on school operations.