#environmental disaster

South-East Asia's Toxic Haze: More Than Just Fog, It's a Man-Made Disaster Ignored by the World

The toxic haze blanketing South-East Asia, caused by forest and peatland fires, has led to widespread respiratory illnesses and is a man-made disaster largely ignored by international media. Despite its severe impact and contribution to global warming, it is often misunderstood as mere fog, highlighting a critical lack of global awareness and urgency.