Sarawak haze persists despite nationwide improvement
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Air quality is improving across much of Malaysia with the help of localised rain, but Sarawak remains the main haze hotspot
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SARAWAK remains the main haze hotspot in Malaysia despite an overall improvement in air quality nationwide, with Serian recording the country's highest Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 236 this afternoon.
The reading at 4pm placed Serian in the very unhealthy category, according to the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS).
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- Sep 12, 2026
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- Sep 12, 2026
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