Malaysia continued blanketed by haze

The scene in Muar which covered by haze on June 23, 2013

On June 23, 2013, Muar API has went as high as 750. Malaysia is said to be the worst levels of haze in 16 years and several parts of Malaysia had been declared as emergency status. This API reading has alarm the health of  the citizens in Muar. The road and the building can be hardly seen. Moreover, people are also breathing smoky air which is harmful to the body. People need to be more caution when driving and conducting outdoor activities. 

The haze covered the city of Shah Alam on June 23, 2013 

Besides Muar which is declared as emergency zone, the air quality in Bukit Rambai and Malacca are also experiencing hazardous level with API more than 350 and 400. The buildings can hardly be seen in the photo. Besides the states mentioned above, other states in Malaysia are also reported to have API reading which more than 100.  Based on the API, reading which more than 100 is consider as unhealthy therefore, people need to wear masks before stepping out from their house to avoid inhale any harmful air. Moreover, the consumption of eye drop has also increase due to the irritation of eyes that caused by the haze.