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Malaysia Declares Emergency in Sarawak Amid Indonesian Wildfire Haze
Malaysia has declared a state of emergency in the Serian district of Sarawak due to severe air pollution from Indonesian wildfires. The declaration mandates school and office closures, prioritizing public health and safety as air quality reaches hazardous levels.
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