Singapore pollution spikes as wildfire haze intensifies: How does its AQI compare with Delhi's?
Singapore’s AQI hits 287 as Indonesian wildfire haze worsens across Southeast Asia. Here’s how its pollution levels compare with Delhi’s AQI of 165.
Singapore's air quality index (AQI) climbed to 287 on Thursday, indicating unhealthy levels of pollution due to smoke from Indonesian wildfires. This marked a 122-point increase from Delhi's moderate AQI of 165 at the same time. The haze has raised health concerns across Southeast Asia, prompting East Timor to suspend in-person classes for three days.
Singapore's pollutants included PM2.5 and PM10 particles, while Delhi's AQI was recorded in the moderate range. Indonesia's intense wildfire season, exacerbated by El Niño-induced dry weather, has worsened air quality regionally.
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