PETALING JAYA: While the festive season is usually ushered in with fireworks, health experts have urged caution, given the unfavourable hazy weather condition.
Public health advocate Datuk Dr Zainal Ariffin Omar said given the haze situation, any form of open burning should be avoided.
Medical Practitioners Coalition Association of Malaysia president Dr Raj Kumar Maharajah also agreed with Dr Zainal on the precautionary measures. Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia president Datuk Dr Kuljit Singh, said fireworks might not contribute to haze but it could bring other hazards such as injuries.
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