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Haze is not expected to occur in Malaysia soon as several hotspots detected in Indonesia recently were relatively low, according to the Malaysian metrology department.

MET Malaysia Director-General Jailan Simon said based on the data collected yesterday, there were only around seven hotspots in central and eastern Kalimantan this month, which did not pose haze a hazard to Malaysia.

Previously the reports of bushfire in the Kalimantan region put many in worry, but with the latest data, it is understood that the direction of the wind and the higher humidity were also among the factors contributing to the lesser effects of haze in the country.

The MET Malaysia Director general Jalian Sioman said;

"Because of the wind direction and the location of the hotspots in the centre and east of the Kalimantan, Sarawak will be spared from haze, unlike previous years.

He also added that;

"However, if the bushfires are not contained, it could be detrimental to our country."

MET Malaysia is constantly monitoring the situation and will repost any significant changes. The public is advised to drink lots of water to avoid dehydration and to avoid open burning at all times.

Info via Bernama

Written by Thineskan