Haze situation under control, take care of health - N Sembilan MB

The Negeri Sembilan government is prepared to face any increase in the Air Pollutant Index (API) due to cross-border haze from Indonesia.

The state’s menteri besar Aminuddin Harun said his office was monitoring weather conditions before taking any follow-up action.

“In these three or four days, we noticed the situation is hazy but still under control.

“People are advised to take care of their health, especially those who have problems related to breathing difficulties. Drink a lot of water, spend less time in open areas, and avoid outdoor activities for long hours,” he said.

Aminuddin told this to reporters after officiating the MyPride Fair Programme at the central zone level of the 2023 Malaysian Prisons Department in Seremban today.

The event was also attended by the deputy commissioner general (Security & Correctional) of the Malaysian Prisons Department, Abdul Aziz Abdul Razak.

Aminuddin also said people are encouraged to wear face masks as a preventive measure to reduce the health effects of the hazy conditions.

“We hope the haze will not last long, especially in Nilai and Port Dickson which have recorded relatively high API,” he said.

Based on the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (Apims) website, as of noon today, Nilai recorded an API reading of 136 and Port Dickson 128, both classified as “Unhealthy”.

Apims classifies air quality as such: Good (0-50), Moderate (51-100), Unhealthy (101-200), Very Unhealthy (201-300), and Hazardous (above 300).

- Bernama

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