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Johor extends school closures to Oct 16 as haze worsens
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The Malaysian state of Johor has extended school closures until October 16 due to worsening air quality caused by transboundary haze. Officials cited health risks and projected wind patterns from Indonesia as primary reasons for the decision.
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Demonstrates the regional impact of environmental crises on public infrastructure and health.
The southern Malaysian state of Johor first began closing its schools on Oct 8.
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