Malaysia

Batu Muda only unhealthy air pollution hotspot nationwide, records index of 151

Air pollution index reading eases slightly from 152 at 9am, while all other monitoring stations remain in the good and moderate categories

Updated 13 minutes ago · Published on 15 Nov 2026 1:09PM

Batu Muda only unhealthy air pollution hotspot nationwide, records index of 151 — All other monitoring stations nationwide continued to record air pollution index readings within the good and moderate categories - November 15, 2026

BATU Muda in Kuala Lumpur was the only area in the country recording an unhealthy air pollution index reading as of 10am today, with a reading of 151.

Data from the Malaysian Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) showed a slight improvement from the reading of 152 recorded at 9am.

All other monitoring stations nationwide continued to record air pollution index readings within the good and moderate categories, indicating that overall air quality remained relatively stable.

The public can check the latest air quality readings in their respective areas through the APIMS website to monitor changes in pollution levels. - November 15, 2026

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