Malaysia records unhealthy air quality in 18 areas

Eighteen areas across several Malaysian states recorded unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) readings as of 8:15 AM. Johor reported the highest number of affected areas with eight locations, including Batu Pahat, which recorded the highest API reading of 188. Other significant readings in Johor included Kluang (169), Segamat (166), Larkin (166), Pasir Gudang (165), Tangkak (164), Kota Tinggi (155), and Pengerang (154).

Other states reporting unhealthy air quality include Negeri Sembilan (Nilai and Seremban), Melaka (Bandaraya Melaka and Bukit Rambai), Pahang (Rompin, Kuantan, Indera Mahkota, and Jerantut), Kuala Lumpur (Cheras and Batu Muda), Putrajaya, and Terengganu (Kemaman and Paka). Meanwhile, 42 areas recorded moderate API levels, and five areas remained in the good category.