Serian top of the haze chart at API 194 as of 10am as 12 areas turn unhealthy

A person wears a face mask as he walks to a nearby mosque in Kampung Hulu, Serian on September 4, 2026. Twelve areas recorded unhealthy air pollutant index readings as of 10am today, with Serian in Sarawak recording the highest reading at 194. — Bernama pic

First Published: Sunday, 25 Oct 2026 11:54 AM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — Twelve areas recorded unhealthy air pollutant index (API) readings as of 10 am today, with Serian in Sarawak recording the highest reading at 194.

According to the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) portal, three other areas in Sarawak also recorded unhealthy readings, namely Kuching (188), Samarahan (182) and Sri Aman (159).

In Johor, five areas recorded unhealthy API readings, with Pasir Gudang and Batu Pahat registering 156 each, followed by Kluang (154), Larkin (151) and Kota Tinggi (102).

In Negeri Sembilan, Nilai and Seremban each recorded a reading of 151, while Paka in Terengganu registered 154.

A total of 45 areas nationwide recorded moderate API readings, while 11 areas recorded good readings.

API readings of zero to 50 indicate good air quality, 51 to 100 moderate, 101 to 200 unhealthy, 201 to 300 very unhealthy, and readings above 300 hazardous. — Bernama