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Indonesian haze degrades air quality across Iloilo City
Transboundary smoke from forest fires in Kalimantan has reached the Visayas region, prompting health warnings for vulnerable populations. Local authorities in Iloilo City have advised residents to limit outdoor activities as air quality indices deteriorate.
LSN Philippines ·
Air quality in Iloilo City has worsened significantly as smoke from Indonesian forest fires drifts across the Philippines, affecting portions of the central Visayas region. The haze, originating from burning forests in Kalimantan, has prompted heightened concerns among health officials monitoring atmospheric conditions across the island.
The Iloilo City Operations Center issued an advisory on Tuesday evening urging vulnerable residents—including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions—to minimize outdoor physical activities until air quality improves. The guidance reflects growing anxiety over the seasonal phenomenon of transboundary air pollution affecting Philippine communities.
Local authorities are continuing to monitor air quality levels as the haze persists across affected areas. Regional environmental agencies have been tracking the movement of smoke from Indonesian fire sources, with forecasts suggesting the impact may continue in coming days depending on wind patterns and meteorological conditions.