Air Quality on the Brink: A Cautionary Tale for Climate Prone Regions The recent ban on open burning in Selangor, Malaysia, highlights the escalating air quality crisis affecting many parts of the world.
Governments must prioritize public health and safety above all else as they scramble to mitigate climate change effects.
Selangor officials have decided to close schools when the Air Pollutant Index (API) exceeds 200, a welcome step towards acknowledging the gravity of this situation.