Weather news in Giatmara Kuching Building Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui Kuching Sarawak

4 stories within reach of Giatmara Kuching Building Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui Kuching Sarawak, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

1. Sarawak haze could see API levels hit 800, says Wan Junaidi

   1 day ago New Straits Times Kuching 1.3 km

   Sarawak is experiencing severe transboundary haze from fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, with API readings reaching hazardous levels in Serian, Kuching, and other areas. The Yang di-Pertua Negeri, Wan Junaidi, warns that API levels could hit 800, recalling the 1997 crisis, and calls for Asean cooperation to address the issue.

2. East Malaysians suffer as haze worsens

   2 days ago The Straits Times Kuching, Sarawak 1.3 km

   Haze from Indonesian fires worsened in Sarawak, with Kuching recording hazardous air quality. Residents face health issues and mask shortages.

3. API hits 200, Sarawak International 4×4 Jamboree participants advised to stay vigilant

   20 hours ago Saluran 122 The Spring 1.9 km

   At the 9th Sarawak International 4×4 Jamboree Carnival in Bintulu, participants were advised to monitor the Air Pollutant Index as haze worsens, with readings exceeding 200. The minister suggested stopping activities if API exceeds 300. The event, with 563 participants from various countries, also promotes local tourism including the Penan community.

4. Visibility stays above minimum at Kuching Airport despite haze, only AirBorneo flights cancelled

   1 day ago Malay Mail Kuching International Airport, Kuching, Sarawak 6.7 km

   Operations at Kuching International Airport (KIA) in Sarawak remained largely unaffected by worsening haze, with only two AirBorneo flights cancelled. Visibility at the airport was recorded at 2,000 metres, well above the minimum requirement of 800 metres.