Haze persists across parts of Southeast Asia as agencies warn of risk
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Regional monitors reported unhealthy to hazardous air readings in parts of Sumatra and Kalimantan and warned of continued haze risk.
Key takeaways
Regional monitors reported unhealthy to hazardous air readings in parts of Sumatra and Kalimantan and warned of continued haze risk.
What happened
Singapore's regional haze portal, updated October 18, reported unhealthy-to-hazardous readings at some monitoring stations in Sumatra and Kalimantan. Dawn separately reported severe haze alerts affecting parts of Southeast Asia. Conditions vary by place and hour, so a regional headline must not be read as a uniform air-quality reading for every city.
Why it matters
Smoke can affect travel and health, especially for people with respiratory or heart conditions.
What to watch
Check local official air-quality readings and health advisories before outdoor activity. Winds and rainfall may change the situation quickly.
Sources
Sources
- https://www.weather.gov.sg/haze-infomation/
- https://www.dawn.com/news/2037960/haze-triggers-highest-level-alert-in-parts-of-southeast-asia
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