East Malaysians report worsening haze as AQI turns hazardous
By The BriefBrief
Air Quality Index levels above 300 are classified as hazardous under national guidelines as haze worsens in East Malaysia. Residents describe health impacts from the smoke, with conditions deteriorating as AQI remains in the hazardous range.
WHO:East Malaysians
WHAT:Haze worsens and Air Quality Index levels are classified as hazardous under national guidelines.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 5:15 AM ET
WHERE:East Malaysia
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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