Environment news in Kuching Sarawak
3 stories within reach of Kuching Sarawak, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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MBKS orders redesign after smart pole displays inaccurate air quality message
Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has instructed its smart pole provider to redesign the dashboard after an inaccurate air quality advisory was displayed. The message, which encouraged outdoor activities, appeared when the API reading was hazardous due to a programming limitation. The redesign will follow official API classifications and include proper warnings.
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Sarawak says no emergency unless API breaches 500, Serian readings remain hazardous
Sarawak will only declare a state of emergency if the Air Pollutant Index (API) reaches 500 or above, as Serian continues to record hazardous readings. The state government is monitoring the situation closely.
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Haze worsens as Serian hits 412, while Samarahan and Kuching record hazardous API levels
Haze conditions in Sarawak have worsened, with Serian, Samarahan, and Kuching recording hazardous Air Pollutant Index (API) levels. The readings indicate severe air quality, prompting health concerns for residents.