Haze readings back at 'unhealthy' levels after two days of respite

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SINGAPORE — Haze levels returned to the “unhealthy” range in most parts of Singapore on Wednesday morning (18 September).

As of 7am, the 24-hour Pollutants Standard Index readings stood at 116 in the southern region, 107 in the eastern and western regions, 102 in the northern region and 100 in the central region, according to the National Environment Agency’s haze microsite.

The index readings had first gone into the “unhealthy” range on Saturday afternoon, and remained in the range until 8pm on Sunday, when readings for all regions dropped back to the “moderate” range of between 51 and 100. Meanwhile, the one-hour PM2.5 concentration reading for the same time stayed in the “elevated” range, from 82 in the north to 94 in the south. PM2.5 readings indicate the amount of particulate matter in the air, which the NEA says is a better measure of the current air quality.

The public is advised to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Those with chronic heart and lung conditions should ensure that medications are on hand and readily available.

 

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