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Sarawak air quality plummets as six districts reach hazardous pollution levels
Six areas across Sarawak have recorded hazardous Air Pollutant Index readings, with Kuching's API reaching 407 as haze conditions persist across the state. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely as residents face significant health risks.
LSN Malaysia ·
Air quality has deteriorated sharply across Sarawak, with six districts now registering Air Pollutant Index (API) readings in the hazardous category. Kuching, the state capital, recorded an API of 407, indicating severely compromised air quality that poses risks to the general population.
The hazardous designation signals that the majority of the population may experience health effects from prolonged exposure to the polluted air. Vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, face heightened risks and are advised to minimize outdoor activities.
Sarawak's environmental authorities have been tracking the haze situation as transboundary pollution continues to affect the region. The API readings across multiple districts suggest widespread air quality deterioration rather than isolated pockets of poor air quality.
Residents have been urged to stay informed of real-time API updates and take appropriate precautions, including wearing protective masks when venturing outdoors. Authorities are maintaining enhanced monitoring of air quality conditions across the state as the situation develops.