Hazy skyline over a city in Southeast Asia due to air pollution

South-east Asia haze worsens due to fires and strong El Nino

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The haze crisis in South-east Asia is expected to persist for weeks as fires in Indonesia combined with a strong El Nino event contribute to unhealthy air quality in Singapore. This situation was highlighted by the World Meteorological Organization director. The ongoing environmental conditions are causing significant air pollution concerns in the region.

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