Sarawak sees drop in open burning cases


Fire and Rescue Department personnel monitoring the open burning situation in Kanowit, Sarawak, on Monday (July 29). - Bomba pic
Fire and Rescue Department personnel monitoring the open burning situation in Kanowit, Sarawak, on Monday (July 29). - Bomba pic

KUCHING: Open burning in Sarawak decreased significantly over the past two days as rain brought respite, says the state Fire and Rescue Department.

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