Johan Setia and Kuching record unhealthy air quality


Hazy conditions: Boats crossing the Sarawak River in Kuching. The city registered an API reading of 116. — ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Two areas recorded unhealthy air quality levels as isolated hotspots continued to be detected across Sumatra, Indonesia, as well as parts of Sabah and Sarawak.

As of 6pm yesterday, Johan Setia in Selangor recorded an air pollutant index (API) of 151 while Kuching in Sarawak registered a reading of 116.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Sungkai-Slim River ETS route back in operation using single track
Pressuring judiciary for political gain erodes democracy, say analysts
Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in seven states, KL and Putrajaya
Govt officer loses over RM12,000 in forex scam
Najib's house arrest bid: Royal exercise of clemency bound by Constitutional limits, says judge
Christmas street lights at Sarawak mall down due to cable theft
Over 1,200 inspections done in Johor to prevent festive season price gouging
Senior citizen slashes e-hailing driver's throat, steals her car – then crashes it
Three Penang dams record over 90% effective capacity ahead of dry season
DAP should ‘break up’ with its partners and leave the Madani govt, says Dr Wee

Others Also Read