From Malay Mail · · 50s
Haze tightens grip on Malaysia
Malaysia's air quality worsens as 32 areas hit unhealthy API levels.
In brief
Malaysia's air quality worsens as 32 areas hit unhealthy API levels. Malaysia's 32 areas now record unhealthy air quality readings with Serian IPD in Sarawak at 173. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Haze spreads across Malaysia
Thirty-two areas nationwide recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index readings as of 4:30pm today.
Serian IPD leads unhealthy readings
Serian IPD in Sarawak recorded the highest API reading at 173, followed by nine other areas in the state.
Sarawak and Selangor affected
Sarawak's Samarahan, Kuching, Sri Aman, Bintulu, Miri, Sibu, Samalaju, Limbang, and ILP Miri all recorded unhealthy API levels.
Putrajaya and Shah Alam also impacted
Putrajaya, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Shah Alam, Selangor, Seremban, and three Johor areas recorded unhealthy API readings.
API levels explained
API readings above 100 indicate unhealthy air quality, with 101-200 considered unhealthy and 201-300 very unhealthy.
The takeaway
Malaysia's 32 areas now record unhealthy air quality readings with Serian IPD in Sarawak at 173.
