Malaysia Deploys Air Force Aircraft for Cloud Seeding to Tackle Worsening Haze

The National Disaster Management Agency announced that Malaysian air force aircraft will conduct cloud‑seeding operations over Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya this weekend to address the country’s escalating haze problem. Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, the program will rely on suitable cloud formations and favorable weather conditions, according to Director‑General Meor Ismail Meor Akim. The initiative follows a sharp rise in air‑quality alerts across the region, prompting authorities to seek rapid mitigation. While the effectiveness of cloud seeding remains uncertain, the deployment signals a proactive, albeit experimental, effort to reduce particulate matter and improve visibility for residents and businesses in the affected areas.