API reading in Serian still very unhealthy at 236

LocalEnvironment
12 Sep 2026 • 4:44 PM MYT
Media Selangor (EN)
Media Selangor (EN)

News and current issues, inclusive for all.

API reading in Serian still very unhealthy at 236

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 - Serian IPD in Sarawak recorded an Air Pollutant Index (API) reading in the very unhealthy category at 236 as of 4pm today.

According to the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) portal, four areas in Sarawak had unhealthy readings - Sri Aman (199), Samarahan (179), Kuching (174) and Sarikei (115).

Fifty areas nationwide had moderate API readings, while another 12 areas had good readings.

An API reading of between zero and 50 indicates good air quality, 51 to 100 is moderate, 101 to 200 is unhealthy, 201 to 300 is very unhealthy, while 301 and above is hazardous.

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved