Unhealthy air detected in Mindanao anew

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September 19, 2026 | 12:00am

MANILA, Philippines — The quality of air in Mindanao has returned to unhealthy levels due to the continuous forest fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia.

As of noon yesterday, the quality of air in Soccsksargen was described as “very unhealthy,” while most parts of Northern Mindanao were at “acutely unhealthy” levels, according to the air quality index.

Zamboanga peninsula and Davao region experienced “unhealthy to sensitive groups” air levels.

The rest of the country registered “good” levels except in Central Luzon and parts of Bicol region, which were at “unhealthy to sensitive groups” levels.

People sensitive to air pollution including children, the elderly and those suffering from respiratory or cardiovascular conditions have been advised to remain indoors and take necessary precautions like wearing of face masks to protect themselves.