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Four locations in Johor and Sarawak remain in unhealthy air quality range

Air quality in parts of Malaysia continues to cause concern, with four areas across Johor and Sarawak registering unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings. Sri Aman in Sarawak recorded the highest level at 152.

LSN Malaysia · 3 October 2026

Four locations across Johor and Sarawak are still grappling with unhealthy air quality levels, according to the latest Air Pollutant Index measurements released in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday. Sri Aman in Sarawak has emerged as the most polluted area, with an API reading of 152, placing it firmly in the unhealthy category. The other three affected areas are distributed between Johor and Sarawak, though specific location names and their exact readings were not immediately detailed. An API reading between 101 and 200 is classified as unhealthy, indicating that residents in these areas face potential health risks and are advised to limit outdoor activities. Authorities continue to monitor air quality conditions across the region as environmental officials work to address the pollution sources affecting these communities.