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Negeri Sembilan joins Johor in haze crisis as air quality deteriorates
Multiple locations across Peninsular Malaysia have recorded unhealthy air quality readings as haze conditions persist, with Negeri Sembilan now joining Johor on the list of affected areas. Eight monitoring stations registered Air Pollutant Index levels in the unhealthy category.
LSN Malaysia ·
Air quality has deteriorated across several Malaysian states, with monitoring stations reporting concerning Air Pollutant Index (API) readings that have crossed into unhealthy thresholds. The haze, which has persisted in recent days, has now spread to affect Negeri Sembilan alongside Johor, which had previously recorded elevated pollution levels.
According to air quality data, eight locations registered API readings classified as unhealthy, indicating that residents in these areas face potential health risks from prolonged exposure to air pollutants. The readings have prompted health and environmental authorities to monitor the situation closely as atmospheric conditions continue to affect the region.
The haze situation reflects transboundary air pollution patterns common during certain seasons in Southeast Asia. Authorities have advised members of the public, particularly those with respiratory conditions, young children, and elderly residents, to limit outdoor activities and use appropriate protective measures when venturing outside.
Environmental officials have indicated they will continue tracking API levels across monitoring stations throughout the peninsula. Residents are encouraged to monitor official air quality reports and heed health advisories issued by relevant government agencies as the haze episode develops.