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Air quality in Sarawak has significantly deteriorated, with air pollution index data showing an increase in 17 areas, while only one area remains in the good category. This decline is attributed to the effects of the changing wind season and local open burning.
The Malaysian state of <strong>Perak</strong> recorded approximately <strong>700 open burning</strong> cases of vegetation from January to March 2026, raising significant environmental concerns in the region.
The Fire and Rescue Department in Kelantan, Malaysia, has reported a total of <strong>1,089 open burning cases</strong> out of <strong>1,418 emergency calls</strong> related to fires since the beginning of the year, with a notable increase in March. This surge raises concerns about its impact on the environment and public health.
The Fire and Rescue Department of Kelantan, Malaysia, has reported a total of <strong>1,089</strong> open burning cases since the beginning of the year, raising concerns about environmental and health impacts. This increase coincides with forecasts of dry weather.