{
  "id": 11564224,
  "title": "Air quality deteriorates as four areas across Malaysia record unhealthy haze levels",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/air-quality-deteriorates-as-four-areas-across-malaysia-record",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-03T00:21:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/127914/air-quality-deteriorates-as-four-areas-across-malaysia-record-unhealthy-haze-levels"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Four locations in Malaysia—Sri Aman, Pasir Gudang, Serian, and Larkin—recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings exceeding 100, according to data from the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS). The highest API reading of 151 was registered in Sarawak's Sri Aman, followed by 135 in Johor's Pasir Gudang and 120 in Sarawak's Serian Police Headquarters. Larkin in Johor recorded an API of 106, which also falls in the unhealthy range. Moderate API levels were measured at 61 stations nationwide, including Bintulu and Samarahan in Sarawak, both at 91. The Klang Valley reported moderate levels in Shah Alam, Johan Setia, and Kota Tinghi at 72 each. Only Taiping in Perak and Temerloh in Pahang recorded good air quality with readings of 48 and 42, respectively. The public is advised to limit outdoor activities and take necessary health precautions in affected areas.",
  "summary": "FOUR locations across Malaysia registered unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 7:00 AM today, with two affected areas situated in Sarawak and two in Johor. According to data from the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIM...",
  "key_points": [
    "Four Malaysian locations recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings above 100.",
    "Highest API reading of 151 in Sarawak's Sri Aman.",
    "Public advised to limit outdoor activities in affected areas."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The deterioration in air quality to unhealthy levels in four areas across Malaysia prompts public health warnings and calls for precautions, particularly for those in affected regions.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}