Indonesian Forest Fire Haze Affects Southern Vietnam
Haze from Indonesian forest fires, exacerbated by El Niño-induced drought, has reached southern Vietnam. Cities like Ho Chi Minh City are experiencing reduced visibility and air pollution, a recurring issue. Neighboring countries are also grappling with the impact.
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