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Selangor's local authorities have been directed to increase surveillance against open burning activities following unhealthy air quality readings across the state. The National Haze Action Plan has been activated with strict penalties for offenders.
Malaysian authorities have closed an illegal waste dumping site operating in Kampung Maju Jaya, Johor Bahru, following complaints from residents about pollution. Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the operation.
Johor will establish a comprehensive multi-agency task force to investigate claims that construction waste from Singapore has been illegally dumped at multiple sites across Pontian district.
Brunei's Brunei-Muara District Office fined Malaysian national Koh Tian Liang BN$300 for dumping food waste illegally. The enforcement action came after social media evidence and public reports prompted swift action by authorities.