03/09/2026
UNIVERSITY RESILIENCE BULLETIN: Precautionary Measures for Indonesian Haze
As of 6:00 AM this September 3, 2026, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) released an advisory on the haze which is affecting several areas in the Philippines. According to the advisory, the observed haze is “possibly associated with smoke and transboundary haze from ongoing fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, which may have been transported towards the Philippines by prevailing winds.”
Meanwhile, the Provincial Health Office (PHO)–Negros Occidental, through its official page, warned the public of the following health risks that the haze may cause:
1. Difficulty breathing / Shortness of breath
2. Coughing
3. Chest pain
4. Itchy nose
5. Watery eyes
6. Worsening of respiratory conditions such as asthma
The DENR-EMB advises the public to observe the following precautionary measures:
1. Limit prolonged outdoor activities, especially in areas where haze is visibly present.
2. Take extra precautions if you are sensitive to air pollution, including children, older adults, and individuals with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. Minimize outdoor exposure when necessary.
3. Wear a well-fitting mask, preferably an N95 or equivalent, when going outdoors in areas affected by haze.
4. Stay informed by monitoring official advisories and air-quality updates from the DENR-EMB and other concerned government agencies.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
Sources:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18L4jJpp2W/
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1F1jYhq5xd/
Official pages:
Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau - https://www.facebook.com/DENREnviBureau
Provincial Health Office-Negros Occidental - https://www.facebook.com/phonegocc
