Education Minister: Schools in Selected Areas to Close Tomorrow Due to Haze, Others to Operate as Usual

As the haze situation in Malaysia continues to worsen, the Ministry of Education has announced that schools in several areas will be closed.

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek confirmed in a statement that all schools in Johor, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan and Putrajaya will be closed tomorrow (13 October 2026).

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Schools in areas not affected by the closure will continue operating as usual

Fadhlina Sidek said the closure also covers schools under the Hulu Langat, Petaling Perdana, Kuala Langat and Sepang District Education Offices (PPD) in Selangor, as well as the Kuantan and Rompin PPDs in Pahang.

Meanwhile, schools in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Penang, Perak, Terengganu, Sabah and Sarawak will continue operating as usual.

“Schools in Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, Penang, Perak, Terengganu, Sabah and Sarawak will operate as usual. Schools in other districts of Selangor and Pahang that are not affected by the closure will also continue operating as usual,” she added.

Fadhlina also reminded schools that remain open to monitor outdoor activities based on the current air quality. She advised parents, students and school staff to wear suitable face masks when outdoors, especially in areas affected by the haze.

“Everyone is encouraged to follow official announcements from their respective schools, District Education Offices (PPD) and State Education Departments (JPN) for the latest updates.”

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