Pollution & Environmental Hazards news in Rumah Madi

1. Kuching Esplanade quiet due to haze, traders remain loyal waiting for customers

   23 hours ago Berita Harian Esplanade Tebingan Kuching, Kuching, Sarawak 38.5 km

   Haze in Kuching has emptied the Esplanade Tebingan Kuching, with traders reporting a sharp drop in customers and income. The article also notes a rise in upper respiratory tract infections in Sarawak linked to the poor air quality.

2. Haze hits hazardous levels: What you need to know

   1 day ago New Straits Times Serian 49.5 km

   Haze has pushed air pollution to hazardous levels in five locations in Sarawak, with Serian recording the highest API reading of 351. The article explains the health risks of PM2.5 particles and offers advice on protecting oneself, including avoiding outdoor activities and wearing N95 masks.

3. API readings drop, 6 areas still at hazardous level

   2 days ago Harian Metro IPD Serian, Sarawak 49.5 km

   Air pollutant index (API) readings in six areas of Sarawak, Malaysia, have slightly decreased but remain at hazardous levels. Serian recorded the highest reading at 396, while Kuching, Samarahan, Sri Aman, and Sarikei also remain in the hazardous range. The haze is causing limited visibility in Kuching.