Singapore haze readings normal after west briefly elevated

· Climate · Singapore

Singapore's PM2.5 readings returned to normal islandwide after the western part of the country briefly entered an elevated band, CNA reported. The 24-hour PSI was forecast to be in the moderate range on Sunday, between 51 and 70. Authorities monitor air quality closely during haze episodes, which are typically linked to regional land-clearing fires. The report did not say what caused the brief rise in readings in the west.

Why it matters：Recurring haze episodes in Southeast Asia show how regional land-use fires can quickly affect air quality and public health far from where they start.

Key points

  • PM2.5 readings briefly entered an elevated band in western Singapore.
  • The 24-hour PSI is forecast at 51 to 70 on Sunday, in the moderate range.
  • The report did not specify the cause of the brief rise.

Sources (original reporting)

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