Meet Haze

It's warm and sunny but it's undeniably a HAZE-y day here in KL.  I took a picture at 10:58AM yesterday and the Al Burj-alike building was still visible.  At 10:58AM today, I was stunned with what I saw. 

It's a fact that we are not far from Singapore (315KM away) and it's also a fact that Malaysia will not be spared.  But the feeling of being in the situation and seeing the missing buildings that I regularly see everyday is quite alarming and creepy.  My mind is suddenly having these crazy, morbid, and panicky thoughts.  Panic, shoo-shoo away.  So until the haze lifts and be gone, let this be the ultimate guide. 

Health tips to minimize the effect of haze on health.

·                     Reduce outdoor activities.

·                     Avoid smoking.

·                     Drink plenty of water at least 2 liters a day.

·                     Frequent washing of hand and face after outdoor activities.

·                     Seek medical advice.

If you are suffering from asthma or heart disease, please

·                     Make sure you have adequate supply of medicine.

·                     Take your medicine regularly.

·                     See your doctor immediately if your condition worsen.

Who should I consult?

Further information can be obtained from your doctor at:

Environmental Health Unit

Disease Control Division

Ministry of Health Malaysia

Source: http://www.myhealth.gov.my/v2/index.php/en/prime-years/environmental-health/haze-a-our-health

I just hope that Indonesia as a whole will be more pro-active and can come up with a much better approach in dealing with their forest fires.  This is not only a one country inconvenience but as well as with the neighboring countries. 

So, this is what a haze is.  Call it a first time then for me and my son Z.

A safety weekend to all of us!