KOTA KINABALU: The Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry (MOSTI) is ready to conduct cloud-seeding in Sabah, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Musa Aman.
"I have spoken to MOSTI minister Datuk Wilfred Madius Tangau and asked him to rectify the situation and possibly conduct cloud-seeding as soon as possible.
"He informed me that they are ready to conduct cloud-seeding but its success depends on the availability and type of clouds," he said in a statement.
The Malaysian Meteorological Department and Royal Malaysian Air Force have been put on standby to conduct the exercise.
Musa had also called for a briefing by the State Fire and Rescue Department, Sabah Meteorological Department and the Department of Environment on the worsening haze situation, especially on the west coast of Sabah this morning.
He also directed the State Disaster Relief Committee and respective district level committees to be alert and report any open burning activities.
The Fire and Rescue Department, meanwhile, have been told to be vigilant and ready to spring into action to overcome any emergency situation.
"The situation is worrying because of the diminishing air quality that can cause respiratory problems and poor visibility that could pose a safety risk for air and road traffic.
"People should also limit their outdoor activities due to the poor air quality," he said, advising the public to be responsible and not resort to open burning which would worsen the haze situation.