@saysdotcom: Malaysia could be facing another severe transboundary haze episode as El Niño coincides with the southwest monsoon, creating the hot and dry conditions that typically fuel forest and peatland fires. Meteorologists warn that the worst haze conditions usually occur between July and October, with smoke from fires in Sumatra and Kalimantan potentially drifting into Peninsular Malaysia and Sarawak. In preparation, the Fire and Rescue Department has placed more than 24,000 personnel on standby, expanded drone operations, and suspended leave for 80% of its active firefighters during the high-risk period. Full story on www.says.com Cover image: Sergey Guk/Pexels #SAYSnews

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Tuesday 30 June 2026 08:34:18 GMT