Malay Rulers urge outsiders not to interfere in Negeri Sembilan crisis

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 — Schools in Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Melaka, and Pahang are set to reopen tomorrow, according to the Ministry of Education (MOE). The Selangor State Education Department emphasized that the resumption of school operations prioritizes the safety, health, and well-being of students and staff. Pupils are advised to wear face masks for precautionary measures, while parents and guardians may opt to keep their children at home if they have health concerns related to the haze. However, these students must inform the school about their absence.

The Negeri Sembilan Education Department urged schools to continuously monitor air quality and adhere to the existing guidelines to protect students' health. When the Air Pollutant Index (API) reading surpasses 100, all outdoor activities, including Physical Education lessons, co-curricular activities, sports, camping, celebrations, assemblies, and open-hall events, must be suspended.

In Melaka, the State Education Department stated that MOE-affiliated institutions will resume operations tomorrow, contingent on official confirmation of the latest API readings. The department advised administrators to ensure smooth operations by taking necessary precautions and suspending all outdoor activities and assemblies immediately.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their children's health and seek medical attention if they show symptoms of air pollution-related illnesses. Any changes to the operating instructions will be announced on the official Melaka State Education Department Facebook page.

Pahang's State Education Department announced that schools in Pekan, Kuantan, Rompin, Temerloh, Maran, Bera, and Bentong will also reopen tomorrow. On the same day, Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek announced the closure of all schools in Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, along with several districts in Selangor, Pahang, Sabah, and Sarawak due to the haze.