{
  "id": 13403743,
  "title": "JKR street lights to stay lit for two hours longer during haze",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/jkr-street-lights-to-stay-lit-for-two-hours-longer-during-haze",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-10T12:16:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/10/10/jkr-street-lights-to-stay-lit-for-two-hours-longer-during-haze"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The deputy works minister of Pontian, Ahmad Maslan, has announced that street lights under the jurisdiction of the public works department will remain illuminated for an additional two hours during haze conditions. This adjustment aims to enhance visibility for road users and reduce the risk of accidents. According to Ahmad, the current lighting schedule typically turns the lights on at 7pm and off at 7am, with each streetlight having a timer that can be modified. During periods of haze, the operating hours of these lights can be extended by up to two hours, improving visibility and safety. Ahmad visited the family of three siblings aged 8 to 18 who tragically lost their lives in a motorcycle accident on Thursday due to hazy weather and poor visibility. He urged all road users to exercise caution and ensure safe visibility while driving in such conditions.",
  "summary": "The public works department (JKR) would adjust the street light timer systems, as the haze will cause reduced visibility and increase the risk of accidents.",
  "key_points": [
    "Street lights extended by two hours during haze",
    "Aim to improve visibility and safety",
    "Caution urged due to recent fatal accident"
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "JKR street lights to stay lit for two hours longer during haze",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/jkr-street-lights-to-stay-lit-for-two-hours-longer-during-haze-13412197",
        "published": "2026-10-10T12:16:13.000Z"
      }
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  "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."
}