Summary
- Minden’s API reached an unhealthy 142 at 3pm Sunday.
- Unhealthy readings began at Minden from 9am.
- Three other Penang stations remained at moderate levels.
- The state is monitoring regional hotspots and air quality.
GEORGE TOWN, September 8 — Air quality at Minden in Penang deteriorated to unhealthy levels Sunday, with the Air Pollutant Index reaching 142 at 3pm yesterday, September 7, 2026.
State environment executive councillor Sundarajoo Somu said. Minden began recording unhealthy readings at 9am, rising from an API range of 82 to 142 during the monitoring period.
Seberang Perai, Seberang Jaya and Balik Pulau remained moderate, with readings ranging from 55 to 91. Authorities are also monitoring increased regional hotspots, including 737 detected in Sumatra.
And 540 in Kalimantan from Sept 4 to 6. The public was advised to monitor official API readings and avoid open burning.
