Singapore Red Cross to distribute air purifiers, care packs to vulnerable groups amid haze and heat
SRC said 700 people will benefit from the first tranche of support.
The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) plans to distribute essential items to help vulnerable communities cope with the poor air quality and high temperatures in Singapore. The humanitarian organization will provide air purifiers, isotonic drinks, hydration supplies, and other support packs to 700 people in the coming days. Specific assistance will be given to 200 seniors aged 70 or above who live alone, including three months of electricity bill support to help them run air purifiers.
Additional 500 people from vulnerable groups will also receive care packs containing coconut water, isotonic drinks, ready-to-eat food, basic hygiene items, and other practical essentials. Community befrienders will be trained to recognize signs of distress caused by heat and haze, and volunteers and staff will wear N95 masks when needed while assisting those affected by poor air quality.
SRC encourages the public to support its efforts through donations, which are eligible for a 250 per cent tax deduction.
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