Western Canada blazes cause evacuations, air quality concerns
In British Columbia, thousands of residents were evacuated as the nearby blaze nearly doubled to 4,136 hectares.
Mon May 13 2024
Bangladesh, Pakistan and India bottom in air quality rankings in 2023, data shows
Because of the climate conditions and geography (in South Asia), the pollution has nowhere to go, said Christi Chester Schroeder.
Tue Mar 19 2024
Smog clouds the sustainability of Asian cities
Asian cities are increasingly falling victim to unhealthy air quality levels and this does not bode well for long-term sustainability.
Sun Jan 14 2024
Vehicle emissions are polluting Malaysia's cities
Despite some progress in improving air quality, Malaysia needs policies to combat new challenges including climbing transport emissions.
Sat Jan 13 2024
Dense fog disrupts flights and trains in New Delhi
New Delhi's air quality index stood at 376 on Tuesday morning, rated as "very poor", according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
Tue Dec 26 2023
Rare smog puts Sydney on par with New Delhi as bushfires rage
Air quality in Sydney plummeted to levels among the world's worst as smoke from bushfires in the north blanketed the harbour city.
Thu Dec 21 2023
Air quality remains unhealthy in Klang
The API data is released every hour, based on the readings at 68 air quality monitoring stations nationwide.
Thu Oct 19 2023
Batu Pahat and Alor Gajah record unhealthy air
The API data is issued hourly based on readings at 68 air quality monitoring stations located throughout the country.
Fri Oct 13 2023
Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am
Eight areas recorded Air Pollutant Index readings at unhealthy levels, with Cheras registering the highest reading of 157.
Mon Oct 09 2023
What's causing the chronic haze across Southeast Asia?
In recent weeks air quality in parts of M'sia and Indonesia has spiked into the red, with indexes consistently showing readings above 150.
Fri Oct 06 2023
Southeast Asian ministers commit to eventual elimination of crop burning
The pledge comes as air quality hit unhealthy levels in several parts of Malaysia and after weeks of elevated pollution in Indonesia.
Fri Oct 06 2023
Malaysia prepares to make rain, close schools as haze worsens
Malaysia's air quality was deteriorating with 11 areas recording unhealthy API readings, said Wan Abdul Latiff Wan Jaffar.
Tue Oct 03 2023
Air pollution kills 1,200 children a year: EU agency
Poor air quality can also "aggravate chronic conditions like asthma as well as increasing the risk of some chronic diseases", EEA reported.
Mon Apr 24 2023
Sandstorms, dangerous pollution return to Beijing
The capital Beijing has seen regular air pollution and an unseasonal number of sandstorms over the past few weeks.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Pollution choking Thailand's north hits tourism, worries public
Thailand's health ministry urged the public to avoid outdoor activities and wear masks that can filter particles.
Tue Apr 11 2023