El Niño Phenomenon and Deforestation Are the Causes of Haze in Malaysia
Malaysia is currently facing an increasingly worrying haze problem. According to environmental experts, this unhealthy air condition stems from a combination of extreme weather factors and uncontrolled human activities.
One of the main causes of the current haze is the El Niño phenomenon, which brings prolonged hot and dry weather. These weather conditions cause the risk of forest fires to become higher, thereby increasing the accumulation of smoke particles in the country's atmosphere.
In addition to weather factors, ongoing deforestation activities also contribute to this problem. Extensive tree felling reduces the natural ability of the environment to filter the air, making it more difficult to clear the haze resulting from forest fires.
Authorities and environmental experts advise the public to constantly monitor air quality through official channels. Precautionary measures such as reducing outdoor activities and wearing face masks are highly encouraged to protect public health throughout this haze period.