Singapore haze watch: PM2.5 normal islandwide, PSI moderate in four regions
SINGAPORE, Oct 22 — Residents in Singapore on Thursday (October22) woke up to better air quality for a fifth conse...
On Thursday, October 22, residents of Singapore experienced improved air quality for the fifth day in a row, with PM2.5 and Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) readings indicating normal to low-elevated levels. This improvement occurred as winds shifted to blow from the south. At 8am, PM2.5 levels were within the normal band across the island.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) released a daily haze situation update on Wednesday evening, cautioning that smoke haze might still reach Singapore on Thursday and Friday. While showers are expected over Singapore and nearby areas, dry conditions are forecast over southern Kalimantan. This combination, along with prevailing east-southeasterly or south-easterly winds, could transport smoke haze from fires in Kalimantan towards Singapore, with PSI levels forecast to range between 101 and 160, indicating an unhealthy range.
The NEA advises the public to monitor the latest concentration readings before engaging in outdoor activities, and employers to consider the Ministry of Manpower's additional guidance for adjusting outdoor work based on hourly PM2.5 readings.
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