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Johor orders every school shut for two days as haze deteriorates in all districts
Johor will close all schools on 8 and 9 October by the regent’s decree (Malay Mail). The closure covers 617,258 students at 1,198 schools. The Vibes reported parents’ worry about children’s exposure. Ministry guidance suspends outdoor activities above API 100 and closes schools above 200 in coverage.
It is the first statewide closure of this haze episode in the reports DailyDrop saw.
If your child attends a Johor school, check with the school on remote learning.
Johor’s royal decree puts child health first.
Some parents say closures disrupt learning and need clear criteria.
The next question is whether other states follow if readings stay high.
DailyDrop Malaysia edition No. 4 · Morning · THU., OCT. 8, 2026