Haze: API hits unhealthy levels in several areas of Penang


GEORGE TOWN: Penang is shrouded in haze as the air pollutant index (API) hit unhealthy levels on both the island and mainland on Monday (Aug 4).

At 10am, Permatang Pauh recorded an API of 105, while the reading in Perai was 121 and Balik Pulau was at the high end of the "unhealthy" bracket at 197.

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