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Serian maintains haze alert status despite air quality improvement
Sarawak authorities have kept Serian under emergency haze alert despite recent improvements in its Air Pollutant Index readings. Officials indicate that precautionary measures will remain in place until conditions stabilize further.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUCHING — Serian district in Sarawak remains designated under haze emergency protocols even as its Air Pollutant Index (API) figures show signs of improvement, state officials confirmed this week.
The decision to maintain the alert status reflects ongoing concerns about air quality in the region, with authorities exercising caution despite the positive trend in pollution measurements. Improvements in API readings alone are not sufficient to warrant immediate removal of emergency designations, officials indicated.
The precautionary approach underscores the volatility of air quality conditions in the area, which can fluctuate based on weather patterns and transboundary haze sources. Authorities have advised residents to continue monitoring air quality updates and adhering to health advisories for sensitive groups.
Serian joins other parts of Sarawak that have experienced air quality challenges in recent months. State officials have urged continued vigilance and said emergency status will be reassessed as conditions develop.