Haze forces school shutdowns in eight Selangor districts for tomorrow
The Selangor Education Department announced that schools in eight districts will be closed tomorrow because of haze, while two districts will remain open but ban outdoor activities.
Due to hazardous haze conditions, the education authority in Selangor ordered the suspension of classes tomorrow in the districts of Klang, Kuala Selangor, Kuala Langat, Hulu Langat, Gombak, Sepang, Petaling Perdana and Petaling Utama. Schools in Hulu Selangor and Sabak Bernam will continue operating, but all outdoor activities there are prohibited. Parents, guardians and students were urged to follow updates from the department. The decision aims to protect health amid deteriorating air quality.
Why it matters
Haze poses health risks, prompting school closures to safeguard students and staff in affected Selangor districts.
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