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Sarawak air quality deteriorates with four zones hitting hazardous levels
Four areas across Sarawak have recorded hazardous Air Pollutant Index readings, signalling a sharp deterioration in air quality across the state. The development marks an escalation in regional haze conditions affecting the region.
LSN Malaysia ·
Four locations in Sarawak have registered hazardous API readings as air quality conditions worsened across the state, according to latest measurements taken on Thursday afternoon. The affected areas recorded pollution levels classified as hazardous under Malaysia's API scale, which measures concentrations of particulate matter and other airborne pollutants. The deterioration underscores growing concern over transboundary haze affecting South and Southeast Asia during the year's dry season. Residents in affected zones have been advised to take precautions to minimise exposure to poor air quality. Authorities in Sarawak are continuing to monitor atmospheric conditions and API readings across the state as the situation develops.