KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 15 — Their Majesties Sultan Ibrahim and Raja Zarith Sofiah, King and Queen of Malaysia, have advised Malaysians to protect themselves and use face masks during the haze season.
In a post on their official Facebook page, Their Majesties said poor air quality could affect health and lead to various problems, especially respiratory issues.
“The people, especially the elderly, children, those with respiratory problems and outdoor workers, are advised to take precautionary measures to protect themselves from the harmful effects of air pollution,” the post said.
The King and Queen also advised the public to limit outdoor activities, especially when the Air Pollutant Index (API) is at above the unhealthy level.
Their Majesties also advised the people to drink enough water, stay alert to official announcements, and monitor daily API readings to safeguard their health and their families, and to take necessary precautions during the haze season.
According to the Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) portal, 42 areas recorded unhealthy API readings as of 10pm today, with 24 recording moderate readings and only one station reporting a good reading.
