"Never Happier To See Genting": Malaysians Rejoice As Three-Month Haze Yields To Changing Wind
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Malaysians across the Klang Valley reported the return of clear mountain vistas after 90 days of dense transboundary haze, as meteorological officials confirmed a decisive shift in regional weather systems.
From the original report
A shift in seasonal wind patterns has cleared the dense smog that covered the Klang Valley for nearly three months, restoring visibility of the landmark Genting Highlands ridge from more than 30 kilometres away.
Data from the Department of Environment (DOE) indicated that the Air Pollutant Index (API) in Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya dropped to the "good to moderate" range of approximately 50.
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- Oct 27, 2026
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- Oct 28, 2026
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