3 stories within reach of Betong, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
The Department of Environment reported that Sri Aman, Sarawak, recorded an Air Pollutant Index (API) of 221, a very unhealthy level, as 28 areas nationwide experienced unhealthy air quality. The haze conditions are attributed to ongoing forest fires and transboundary smoke.
Sri Aman in Sarawak recorded the worst air quality in the state at 4pm today, with an Air Pollutant Index (API) of 215, indicating very unhealthy levels. The reading highlights severe haze conditions affecting the area.
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — A forest fire in Sri Aman has spread across about 100 hectares, raising concerns that it co...