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Sarawak minister: haze season a risk to SEA Games and other major events
Sarawak youth and sports minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the recurring haze season could clash with major international sporting events such as the SEA Games, which are usually held around August and September. Speaking at Sarawak Stadium in Kuching, he said the problem needs intervention at the national level because it involves neighbouring countries.
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Kuching API hits 152, Serian 145 as unhealthy air returns to Sarawak
Kuching recorded Sarawak's highest Air Pollutant Index reading of 152 as of 10am today, placing the city in the unhealthy category after several days of clearer conditions. Serian followed at 145, also unhealthy, while Samarahan registered 91 and most other divisions recorded moderate to good readings. Residents sensitive to air pollution are advised to monitor the latest API and limit prolonged outdoor activity.
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Sarawak haze eases but Serian, Lubok Antu, Samarahan, Tebedu still unhealthy
Air quality in Sarawak improved on Sept 15, with most monitoring stations recording Moderate API readings, but four locations remained unhealthy: Serian (168), Lubok Antu (152), Samarahan (151) and Tebedu (122). Kuching returned to Moderate at 96. The Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre warned that hotspots and smoke haze in Kalimantan and Sumatra continue to pose a transboundary haze risk.
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KLFF and Luna Lights Wonderland in Kuching reopen as haze eases
The Kuching Lights & Floral Festival (KLFF) and Luna Lights Wonderland reopen to the public in Kuching today. Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) said the reopening follows an improvement in the haze in the city compared with two weeks ago. Visitors are advised to wear face masks, carry enough drinking water and check air quality readings before going.
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Cloud seeding only short-term relief for Sarawak haze, says researcher
A researcher at Danau Girang Field Centre says cloud seeding can only give short-term relief from Sarawak's worsening haze and cannot fix the root causes of recurring fires. She points to peatland drainage, weak fire prevention and land management as the deeper problems, while Sarawak seeks more cloud seeding to refill dams ahead of hotter weather in October.
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Sarawak seeks frequent cloud seeding as hotter October looms
Sarawak has asked the National Disaster Management Agency to carry out cloud seeding as soon and as often as conditions allow, to replenish water levels at its dams before hotter weather expected in October. Deputy Premier Douglas Uggah Embas said the state had discussed the matter with Nadma after limited success from earlier operations, and that he had not yet received the latest readings for the Batang Ai, Bakun and Murum dams.
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Sarawak Malaysia Day events moved indoors as haze persists
Several Malaysia Day programmes in Sarawak are being adjusted to limit outdoor exposure due to persistent haze. The main celebration will proceed as planned at the indoor Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK), while other events like the exhibition in Kuching have been relocated to Plaza Merdeka.
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HSL buys over 5,000 N95 masks as haze disrupts Kuching construction sites
Hock Seng Lee (HSL) has purchased more than 5,000 N95 masks for its workers in Kuching as persistent haze affects its construction sites. The company has tightened safety measures, including daily briefings on mask use and extra caution for drivers and crane operators, and has extended precautions to its office and retail staff.
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Cloud seeding continues to reduce haze in Sarawak
Cloud seeding operations will continue in Sarawak to reduce haze affecting parts of the state. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Kuching and Sri Aman recorded very unhealthy API readings, while Serian, declared an emergency area, is showing positive improvement.
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DoE monitors bush, peatland fires in Mukah and Daro amid Sarawak dry spell
The Department of Environment is closely monitoring bush and peatland fires near Jalan Sibujaya Barat in Mukah and Sungai Nai in Daro, Sarawak, amid a dry spell. While the fire in Mukah is mostly controlled, about 2.5 hectares are still burning in Daro. The DoE is also tracking air quality, with Kuching and Sri Aman recording very unhealthy API readings.
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Haze eases but Kuching, Sri Aman still at 'very unhealthy' API levels
Air quality in Sarawak is improving, but Kuching and Sri Aman remain in the 'very unhealthy' category as of 8am. No areas recorded 'hazardous' readings, while 35 locations, including Serian, were 'unhealthy'.
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Sarawak haze emergency raises fears for tourism and outdoor events
Sarawak's Serian Division is under a haze emergency after API readings exceeded 500, prompting concerns from the state's tourism minister about declining visitor numbers and the fate of upcoming outdoor events. The minister urged organisers to follow guidelines and prioritise public health, with Kuching also recording hazardous air quality.
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Sarawak haze eases as Serian API drops from hazardous level
Air quality in Sarawak is improving, with no areas recording hazardous API readings as of 1.45pm. Serian, where an emergency was declared yesterday, saw its reading drop to 287, still in the 'very unhealthy' range. Deputy Premier Douglas Uggah said workplaces in Serian may operate with health precautions while the committee monitors the situation.
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Senator urges Sarawakians to protect health as haze persists, advises tournament players
Senator Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim advised the public in Sarawak to stay vigilant about their health as haze conditions continue, recommending they drink water and seek medical help if unwell. He made the remarks at a badminton tournament in Batu Kawa, where he also urged participants to warm up and avoid overexertion.
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Padungan rep hands out N95 masks in Kuching as haze persists
Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen distributed N95 face masks to the public and traders at Petanak Market and commercial areas in Kuching over the past few days due to persistent haze. He cited Ministry of Health guidelines on the masks' effectiveness and urged the Sarawak government to procure more masks, citing its revenue of over RM10 billion.
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Visibility stays above minimum at Kuching Airport despite haze, only AirBorneo flights cancelled
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.
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Sarawak air quality hazardous at 10 stations, IPD Serian hits 406 API
Air quality in Sarawak remained at alarming levels at 10am today, with 10 out of 20 monitoring stations recording hazardous or very hazardous Air Pollutant Index (API) readings. The highest reading was recorded at IPD Serian at 406, placing it in the very hazardous category, according to the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Daily Haze Watch.
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East Malaysians suffer as haze worsens
Haze from Indonesian fires worsened in Sarawak, with Kuching recording hazardous air quality. Residents face health issues and mask shortages.