Severe Haze: Airline Firefly Cancels Flights to Singapore
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Malaysian airline, Firefly, has made the decision to cancel several flights to Singapore following the worsening haze situation in the region. This decision was made for the safety of passengers and crew due to limited visibility at the airport.
The haze condition stems from forest fires occurring in Indonesia. Thick smoke from the fires has been carried by the wind to neighboring countries, causing air quality in several areas to deteriorate significantly.
According to the latest reports, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore are currently listed among the most polluted cities in the world due to this haze problem. Health authorities are advising the public to reduce outdoor activities and wear face masks to protect their respiratory health.
In addition to flight schedule disruptions, authorities are also monitoring air quality from time to time. The public with travel plans is advised to check their flight status with their respective airlines before heading to the airport.
This situation is expected to continue until efforts to extinguish the forest fires in Indonesia yield results. The Malaysian government and regional countries continue to cooperate to address this transboundary haze issue to ensure the well-being of the people is guaranteed.
Sources: Al Jazeera
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