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Sarawak closes 27 schools in Tebedu as haze worsens
The Sarawak Education Department has announced the closure of 27 schools in the Tebedu district of Sarian in response to deteriorating air quality from regional haze. The measure aims to protect students and staff from hazardous air conditions.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUCHING — Twenty-seven schools across the Tebedu district in Sarian will remain shut tomorrow due to worsening haze conditions affecting the region, the Sarawak Education Department announced Thursday.
The closure decision reflects ongoing concerns about air quality levels in the district, which have prompted authorities to prioritize the health and safety of students and educators. The department did not specify the duration of the closures or conditions under which schools would resume normal operations.
Haze pollution has become a recurring issue across South and Southeast Asia during the dry season, often stemming from agricultural burning in neighbouring regions. Malaysian authorities typically monitor the Air Pollutant Index (API) readings to determine when school and business closures are necessary.
The closure in Tebedu adds to a broader pattern of educational disruptions in Sarawak during periods of poor air quality. Parents and guardians are advised to monitor official updates from the education department regarding when classes will resume.