Malaysia Shuts Schools as Indonesian Haze Spreads

Malaysia has closed schools as toxic haze from forest fires in Indonesia pushes air quality to unhealthy levels. Kuala Lumpur's Air Pollutant Index reported unhealthy readings, prompting emergency measures. The smog has affected parts of Southeast Asia.

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Toxic smoke from forest fires in Indonesia has pushed air pollution to unhealthy levels, prompting authorities in Malaysia to take emergency measures.

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Malaysia shuts schools as haze from Indonesian fires chokes Southeast Asia

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Malaysia shuts schools amid toxic haze from Indonesian fires

Toxic smoke from forest fires in Indonesia has pushed air pollution to unhealthy levels, prompting authorities in Malaysia to take emergency measures.

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