PETALING JAYA: Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Putrajaya, Negri Sembilan and several northern states experienced haze yesterday as their Air Pollutant Index (API) recorded unhealthy levels.
The API in Kuala Lumpur recorded an average of 154.5, with Cheras being affected the worst at 155 and Batu Muda at 153.
The API in Selangor showed an average API of 127.4, with Petaling Jaya affected the worst at 153 and Klang the least at 88.Almost hidden: The Kuala Lumpur skyline, as seen from Jalan Tunku Putra, shrouded in haze at around 12.40pm yesterday. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The StarHaze readings started to pick up gradually from 5am onwards.
The Asean Specialised Meteorological Centre said the haze was caused by smoke plumes over Sumatra blown towards the northwest by prevailing winds. “Under the prolonged dry weather, elevated hotspot activity and widespread hazy conditions are expected to persist over the fire-prone areas in southern and central Sumatra and southern Kalimantan.to our Premium Plan for an ad-free and unlimited reading experience!
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