Weather news in Simunjan Sarawak

3 stories within reach of Simunjan 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

   22 hours ago New Straits Times Samarahan 32.1 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. Visibility stays above minimum at Kuching Airport despite haze, only AirBorneo flights cancelled

   1 day ago Malay Mail Kuching International Airport, Kuching, Sarawak 45.9 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.

3. East Malaysians suffer as haze worsens

   1 day ago The Straits Times Kuching, Sarawak 49 km

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