Singapore central region hits 2026 record of 181 PSI amid transboundary haze
SINGAPORE, Oct 9 — Singapore recorded its worst air quality of the year today after the 24-hour Pollutant Standard...
On October 9, Singapore's central region experienced its worst air quality of the year, with the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) soaring to 181 at noon. This marked a new high for 2026, surpassing the previous record of 167 set on September 29. The one-hour PM2.5 concentration in the central district also exceeded the "high" threshold, registering 151 micrograms per cubic metre. The readings had steadily increased throughout the morning, starting at 170 at 9am.
The deteriorating air quality was attributed to dense smoke plumes drifting from fire hotspots in southern and central Sumatra as well as West Kalimantan. The National Environment Agency (NEA) advised the public to reduce strenuous outdoor activity, especially vulnerable groups like the elderly, pregnant women, children, and those with chronic heart or lung conditions. The NEA warned that smoke haze may continue to drift towards Singapore due to prevailing south-easterly or southerly winds.
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