# Cloud Seeding Starts in Klang Valley to Fight Haze

> Malaysian government launches cloud seeding in Klang Valley after API readings exceed 150 for 24 hours.
- Title: Cloud Seeding Starts in Klang Valley to Fight Haze | Shortify
- Summary: Malaysian government launches cloud seeding in Klang Valley after API readings exceed 150 for 24 hours. Malaysia's government began cloud seeding in…
- Keywords: malaysian government, cloud seeding, klang valley, api readings, pm2.5, haze, national disaster management agency, nadma, malaysian meteorological department, civil aviation authority of malaysia, royal malaysian air force, rmaf c-130 hercules
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/19/cloud-seeding-operation-begins-in-klang-valley-after-api-readings-exceed-150-for-24-hours/235773
- Published: 2026-09-19T15:09:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: malaysian government, cloud seeding, klang valley, api readings, pm2.5, haze, national disaster management agency, nadma, malaysian meteorological department, civil aviation authority of malaysia, royal malaysian air force, rmaf c-130 hercules
## Cloud seeding operation begins
The Malaysian government, through the National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma), launched a cloud seeding operation in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Putrajaya on September 19 and 20.
## API readings exceed 150 for 24 hours
API readings for PM2.5 in the affected areas surpassed 150 for more than 24 hours, according to the Department of Environment.
## Collaborative effort with agencies
The operation involves the Malaysian Meteorological Department, Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia, and Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) using an RMAF C-130 Hercules aircraft.
## Weather conditions determine success
The cloud seeding operation is subject to weather conditions and the presence of suitable clouds for the seeding process.
## Ongoing monitoring
Nadma and relevant agencies will continue monitoring developments in the haze situation and weather conditions to coordinate measures.
## Haze mitigation goal
The operation aims to alleviate haze and enhance air quality in the affected areas.
## Key takeaway

Malaysia's government began cloud seeding in Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, and Putrajaya to reduce haze as API readings for PM2.5 surpassed 150 for over 24 hours.