Four locations record unhealthy air quality readings as of 10am
The affected areas are Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, with an API of 155, Nilai (154), Johan Setia in Selangor (151), and Balok Baru in Kuantan, Pahang (140).
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Malay Mail
21 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Johan Setia in Selangor chokes on worst air in Malaysia as Klang Valley haze worsens
KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 — Despite haze settling over parts of the Klang Valley this morning, only one location nationwide recorded 'unhealthy' air quality as of 9 am today, according to the Department of Environment (DOE). The station in Johan Setia, Selangor, registered an Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 152, placing it in the 'unhealthy' category. Several other areas in the state reported high 'moderate' readings, approaching the unhealthy threshold. As of 9 am, both Shah Alam and Putrajaya recorded API readings of 95. Other notable readings in the Klang Valley included Petaling Jaya at 92, while the station in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, registered a reading of 77. Meanwhile, conditions on the state's west coast showed some improvement, with Klang and Kuala Selangor recording API levels of 79 and 81, respectively. Further north in Perak, two stations—Tasik Ipoh and Pegoh—also reported borderline unhealthy readings. Under the DOE's current system, API readings between 0 and 50 are categorised as good, 51 to 100 (moderate), 101 to 200 (unhealthy), 201 to 300 (very unhealthy), while 300 and above are hazardous.
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Kuala Selangor API level hits 123
PETALING JAYA: The haze situation in the country is under close observation, with the Air Pollutant Index (API) in Kuala Selangor reaching an unhealthy level of 123. Of the total 68 stations, 64 recorded moderate levels and three were in the good category, the Department of Environment's (DOE) Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) reported. API readings of between 101 and 200 are considered unhealthy, while 51 to 100 are in the moderate category. Perak recorded high API readings in several areas, including Tanjung Malim (96), Pegoh (90), Seri Manjung (87) and Tasek (86). Other areas in the country with higher readings were Batu Muda (90), Shah Alam (89), Johan Setia (87) and Nilai (86). IIn Sarawak, the API readings ranged from 56 to 76, while in Sabah, they ranged from 53 to 78. Areas with good API readings were Langkawi (42), Kangar (42) and Balik Pulau, Penang (49). Following the cross-border haze phenomenon, the National Haze Action Plan meeting was chaired by Selangor State Secretary Datuk Dr Ahmad Fadzli Ahmad Tajuddin yesterday. In a statement, Selangor public health and environment committee chairman Jamaliah Jamaluddin said only Kuala Selangor recorded an increase to the unhealthy level. Four out of six Air Quality Monitoring Stations in Selangor recorded a decrease yesterday, which included Petaling Jaya, Klang, Banting and Johan Setia due to rain and a reduction in the number of hotspots, she said in a statement. All schools in Selangor, according to Jamaliah, have received notices detailing the steps to take if the API reading in their areas reaches unhealthy levels. These included suspending extracurricular activities to ensure the health and safety of students, she added. 'All schools must be closed immediately if the API exceeds 200. Principals and headmasters are also requested to monitor the current API readings to enable immediate and appropriate action to be taken. 'Parents who are concerned about their children's health can choose not to send their children to school but must inform the school authorities,' she added. The exco member stated that as of yesterday, the Selangor Health Department confirmed there were no illnesses related to the haze phenomenon and no cases of heat stroke reported in the state. Jamaliah said the state government will continue to activate the Open Burning Prevention Action Plan to protect air quality in the current hot and dry spell. There will be increased ground monitoring patrols and use of drone technology in high-risk areas such as peatlands and landfills, with local authorities and plantation owners instructed to take measures to prevent fires, she said. 'We also urge the public not to carry out open burning activities, whether in residential, agricultural or open spaces. 'Haze not only affects air quality, but it can also pose serious health risks, especially to children, the elderly and chronic respiratory patients,' she said. With the southwest monsoon expected to continue until September, the people are advised to refer to official portals to get the latest information and official advice on air quality and the haze situation. To report open burning activities, contact the Selangor DOE hotline at 1-800-88-2727 or via the DOE eComplaint app.
New Straits Times
a day ago
- New Straits Times
Selangor parents allowed to keep kids home as haze worsens: Exco
SHAH ALAM: Parents in Selangor are permitted to keep their children home from school due to health concerns amid worsening haze conditions, the state government said today. State Public Health and Environment Committee chairperson Jamaliah Jamaluddin said that while student absences will be excused, parents or guardians must notify schools accordingly. "All principals and headmasters are advised to monitor the Air Pollutant Index (API) via the Department of Environment (DOE) website to ensure timely and appropriate action," she said in a statement. Schools have been issued a directive outlining response measures if API readings exceed 100 (unhealthy) or 200 (very unhealthy). These include suspending outdoor activities and, if levels surpass 200, closing schools immediately to safeguard students' health. As of today, no haze-related illnesses or heatstroke cases have been reported in Selangor, according to the State Health Department (JKNS), which continues to monitor the situation. API readings have dropped in several previously affected areas, with Petaling Jaya (83), Klang (80), Banting (81), and Johan Setia (88) showing improvement from highs of 150. Shah Alam recorded a moderate reading of 90, while Kuala Selangor remains in the unhealthy range at 126. To address the haze risk, the Selangor DOE has activated its Open Burning Prevention Action Plan amid concerns over increased fire activity during the current hot and dry spell. Local authorities and plantation owners have been directed to tighten fire prevention measures and boost public awareness.
