Singapore haze hits home: Families close windows, cancel walks and collect masks
SINGAPORE, Oct 18 — As haze conditions worsen and PSI readings in parts of Singapore enter the very unhealthy rang...
Singapore is grappling with worsening haze conditions, with PSI readings entering the "very unhealthy" range on Friday. Families are taking precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones. At Toa Payoh MRT station, residents queued at a mask vending machine to collect masks, with some residents expressing concerns about the impact on their families, particularly those with pre-existing health conditions.
Asthma sufferers Patience Lim, 35, and retiree Jayme, 67, use air purifiers and limit exposure by staying indoors. Jayme questioned the eligibility criteria for mask distribution, hoping clearer information could ease the process. Ang Cheong Betty, 80, stopped her morning walks due to the haze and wears sunglasses and a mask. Schools have adjusted routines to limit outdoor exposure.
Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu said the haze might persist for some time, but should improve during the monsoon season. She advised the public to consider both 24-hour PSI readings and one-hour PM 2.5 levels when planning daily activities.
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