KOTA BARU: The haze that is currently affecting the country is caused by peat fires and open burning, says Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad.
Peninsular Malaysia is currently experiencing hot weather, which, along with the resumption of economic activities post Covid-19, contributed to the haze."The haze is not happening only in Malaysia but in countries in the Asean region,” he said at a media conference after presenting aid to 50 asnaf in Kampung Parit Pasir Tumboh here today .
The fire initially affected a five-hectare area but has spread to around 20 to 50 hectares, Nik Nazmi said, adding that the fires have not been put out completely. "The Kelantan Environment Department has issued a notice to all landowners to be responsible and take measures to ensure there are no trespassing or fires,” he said.
"The Malaysian Minerals and Geoscience Department has conducted a well-pumping operation in the area since March 29 till now to channel water to nearby canals and irrigation waterways to dampen the soil to prevent fires from spreading further.
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