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Phee: We’re worried, the API is rising in Penang
Phee: We’re worried, the API is rising in Penang
Penangites woke up to the haze which is expected to go on for the next few days.
Penang Environment Committee chairman Phee Boon Poh says the state government will give out face masks to the public if the Air Pollutant Index (API) goes above 75.
A check on the Department of Environment website at 3pm yesterday showed that the readings in Seberang Prai, Seberang Jaya, Minden and Balik Pulau were hovering between 63 and 65.
An API reading of between 0 and 50 is good, while 51 to 100 is moderate, 101 to 200 is unhealthy, 201 to 300 very unhealthy, and 301 and above deemed hazardous.
Phee said they were keeping a close watch on the weather pattern, adding that the state was worried as the API was rising.
“We expect worsening air quality although the air readings are still classified as moderate.
“Drink more water and avoid being caught in the rain as it could be acid rain,” he said.
“Under extreme hot weather, the rainwater which comes into contact with pavements or roads could generate a ‘steam’ that is not good for health,” he added.
Phee said the haze was brought about by the Southwest Monsoon and the Northwest Monsoon, while the heat wave was also causing health problems.
“This is due to the suspended particles likely from the Lombok earthquake.
“Right now, there are no peat fires or hot spots in the region, and there are no flight cancellations,” he said.
State Health Committee chairman Dr Afif Bahardin said the hazy condition would not cause any major health issues other than irritation to the eyes, nose and throat.
“Those who are feeling unwell, especially the elderly and children, and those with chronic heart or lung conditions, are advised to seek medical attention immediately.”
Many people were seen buying “antelope’s horn and mak dong” drinks from a shop in Bayan Baru that sells an assortment of traditional medicinal teas.
Supervisor Wong Wai Ching, 50, claims the homemade drinks, selling at RM11.20 for a 500ml bottle, could help cool the body.
“It also helps if you have a sore throat, loss of voice or are feeling feverish,” she said.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Penangites woke up to the haze which is expected to go on for the next few days.
Penang Environment Committee chairman Phee Boon Poh says the state government will give out face masks to the public if the Air Pollutant Index (API) goes above 75.
A check on the Department of Environment website at 3pm yesterday showed that the readings in Seberang Prai, Seberang Jaya, Minden and Balik Pulau were hovering between 63 and 65.
An API reading of between 0 and 50 is good, while 51 to 100 is moderate, 101 to 200 is unhealthy, 201 to 300 very unhealthy, and 301 and above deemed hazardous.
Phee said they were keeping a close watch on the weather pattern, adding that the state was worried as the API was rising.
“We expect worsening air quality although the air readings are still classified as moderate.
“Drink more water and avoid being caught in the rain as it could be acid rain,” he said.
“Under extreme hot weather, the rainwater which comes into contact with pavements or roads could generate a ‘steam’ that is not good for health,” he added.
Phee said the haze was brought about by the Southwest Monsoon and the Northwest Monsoon, while the heat wave was also causing health problems.
“This is due to the suspended particles likely from the Lombok earthquake.
“Right now, there are no peat fires or hot spots in the region, and there are no flight cancellations,” he said.
State Health Committee chairman Dr Afif Bahardin said the hazy condition would not cause any major health issues other than irritation to the eyes, nose and throat.
“Those who are feeling unwell, especially the elderly and children, and those with chronic heart or lung conditions, are advised to seek medical attention immediately.”
Many people were seen buying “antelope’s horn and mak dong” drinks from a shop in Bayan Baru that sells an assortment of traditional medicinal teas.
Supervisor Wong Wai Ching, 50, claims the homemade drinks, selling at RM11.20 for a 500ml bottle, could help cool the body.
“It also helps if you have a sore throat, loss of voice or are feeling feverish,” she said.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Tuesday, 14 August 2018
Tuesday, 7 August 2018
LCCT in Penang’s flight plan
LCCT in Penang’s flight plan
If Penang gets a low-cost carrier terminal (LCCT), it will likely be to the south of the current passenger terminal and only about 1km from the proposed islands to be reclaimed off the southern coast of Penang island.
It has been the dream of AirAsia and the Penang government to have the facility since 2007.
An inside source in AirAsia revealed that former chief minister Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon had given approval for AirAsia to build the LCCT on a 36ha piece of land at the coastal end of Penang International Airport in Bayan Lepas.
“But it met with resistance from the Transport Ministry then due to political reasons, and also because the plan was for the LCCT to be privately run, instead of by Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).
“Now that there are new levels of political cooperation between the state and federal governments, it will be interesting to see if the 11-year dream can come true,” the source said.
The project was highlighted at the state assembly yesterday when Air Putih assemblyman Lim Guan Eng, who is also Finance Minister, hailed the move to have a new LCCT for Penang while debating the motion of thanks to the opening speech by Yang di-Pertua Negri Tun Abdul Rahman Abbas.
Lim, speaking to reporters outside the august Hall later, said: “We are not talking about expanding the present terminal but a totally new one that will use the same runway.”
The former chief minister said Putrajaya would talk to AirAsia and MAHB on the LCCT plan.
“While AirAsia is very much interested to help, we still need to work out the specifics of the plan,” Lim said.
He said a solution was needed because the present airport in Bayan Lepas only has the capacity to handle 6.5 million passengers a year but arrivals last year hit 7.1 million and the number was expected to increase to 7.8 million this year.
Former Jelutong MP Jeff Ooi recalled that the LCCT plan was proposed in 2007 and said if it had been done 10 years ago, Penang would have had a different future.
“Penang is well positioned to be a regional hub for international travellers who fly low-cost.
“Tourists who arrive on full-service airlines will have plenty of options to travel elsewhere on low-cost flights. So this makes Penang attractive as a prime point of visits for tourists,” he said.
On July 31, AirAsia Group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes hinted that the low-cost airline giant was looking at plans to build an LCCT in Penang.
“A new terminal will help us increase our planes from five to 16 over the next five years. This will bring in about eight million more passengers per annum into Penang,” he said after a courtesy call on Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
He added that the plans would feature both domestic and international routes.
The current Penang International Airport is the oldest in the country, having been built in 1935 when Penang was part of the Straits Settlement in South-East Asia ruled by the British.
It underwent a major upgrade in 1979 to accommodate Boeing 747s, then the largest planes in the world.
The terminal saw two significant facelifts in 2009 and 2013.
~News courtesy of The Star~
If Penang gets a low-cost carrier terminal (LCCT), it will likely be to the south of the current passenger terminal and only about 1km from the proposed islands to be reclaimed off the southern coast of Penang island.
It has been the dream of AirAsia and the Penang government to have the facility since 2007.
An inside source in AirAsia revealed that former chief minister Tan Sri Dr Koh Tsu Koon had given approval for AirAsia to build the LCCT on a 36ha piece of land at the coastal end of Penang International Airport in Bayan Lepas.
“But it met with resistance from the Transport Ministry then due to political reasons, and also because the plan was for the LCCT to be privately run, instead of by Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).
“Now that there are new levels of political cooperation between the state and federal governments, it will be interesting to see if the 11-year dream can come true,” the source said.
The project was highlighted at the state assembly yesterday when Air Putih assemblyman Lim Guan Eng, who is also Finance Minister, hailed the move to have a new LCCT for Penang while debating the motion of thanks to the opening speech by Yang di-Pertua Negri Tun Abdul Rahman Abbas.
Lim, speaking to reporters outside the august Hall later, said: “We are not talking about expanding the present terminal but a totally new one that will use the same runway.”
The former chief minister said Putrajaya would talk to AirAsia and MAHB on the LCCT plan.
“While AirAsia is very much interested to help, we still need to work out the specifics of the plan,” Lim said.
He said a solution was needed because the present airport in Bayan Lepas only has the capacity to handle 6.5 million passengers a year but arrivals last year hit 7.1 million and the number was expected to increase to 7.8 million this year.
Former Jelutong MP Jeff Ooi recalled that the LCCT plan was proposed in 2007 and said if it had been done 10 years ago, Penang would have had a different future.
“Penang is well positioned to be a regional hub for international travellers who fly low-cost.
“Tourists who arrive on full-service airlines will have plenty of options to travel elsewhere on low-cost flights. So this makes Penang attractive as a prime point of visits for tourists,” he said.
On July 31, AirAsia Group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tony Fernandes hinted that the low-cost airline giant was looking at plans to build an LCCT in Penang.
“A new terminal will help us increase our planes from five to 16 over the next five years. This will bring in about eight million more passengers per annum into Penang,” he said after a courtesy call on Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.
He added that the plans would feature both domestic and international routes.
The current Penang International Airport is the oldest in the country, having been built in 1935 when Penang was part of the Straits Settlement in South-East Asia ruled by the British.
It underwent a major upgrade in 1979 to accommodate Boeing 747s, then the largest planes in the world.
The terminal saw two significant facelifts in 2009 and 2013.
~News courtesy of The Star~
Saturday, 4 August 2018
Nasi Lemak
Nasi lemak is a Malay fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaf. It is commonly found in Malaysia, where it is considered the national dish; it is also popular in neighbouring areas such as Singapore; Brunei, and Southern Thailand. In Indonesia it can be found in several parts of Sumatra; especially Malay realm of Riau, Riau Islands and Medan.
Nasi lemak can also be found in the Bangsamoro region of Mindanao prepared by Filipino Moro. It is considered one of the most famous dishes for a Malay-style breakfast. It is not to be confused with nasi dagang, sold in the Malaysian east coast states of Terengganu and Kelantan, although both dishes are often served for breakfast. However, because nasi lemak can be served in a variety of ways, it is often eaten throughout the day.
~Wikipedia~
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