Odour pollution: Three schools in JB move to home-based learning - exco

Three schools in Johor Bahru shifted to home-based teaching and learning today following an odour pollution incident.

State Education and Information Committee chairperson Aznan Tamin said the affected schools are SK Kampung Maju Jaya and two private institutions, Sekolah Rendah Islam Hidayah and Sekolah Menengah Islam Hidayah.

He said SK Kampung Maju Jaya (above) has 974 pupils and 64 teachers, while Sekolah Rendah Islam Hidayah has 1,232 pupils and 92 teachers, and Sekolah Menengah Islam Hidayah comprises 807 students and 75 teachers.

“For now, home-based teaching and learning is only for today, and any extension will depend on the situation and the latest reports,” he said.

Yesterday, SK Kampung Maju Jaya was ordered to close after 27 pupils experienced dizziness and vomiting, believed to be caused by the odour pollution affecting Kampung Maju Jaya and Kampung Tawakal.

The affected pupils received initial treatment at the school from healthcare personnel, with only one referred to Sultanah Aminah Hospital for further treatment.

Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi has reportedly urged the police and relevant agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the pollution.

- Bernama

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