Toxic wildfire haze spreads across South East Asia as 'super' El Niño intensifies
Millions of people have been exposed to the smog, with more than 12,000 children suffering respiratory issues.
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Notable Quotes
"you couldn't even see your own feet"
— Rizma Nur Fatimah , Other
"a cough, a sore throat and a runny nose"
— Misbah , Other
"We are now experiencing mild headaches"
— Dr Precious Bañas-Melad , Academic
"Peatlands are incredibly effective carbon stores"
— Dr Nisa Novita , Academic
Key People
A peatland researcher at Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara.
A medical professional providing insight on health issues caused by haze.
A mother from Pengayuan village.
A teaching assistant in Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan.
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Millions of people have been exposed to the smog, with more than 12,000 children suffering respiratory issues.
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