World · Singapore Bureau
Eastern Singapore joins west, central zones in haze crisis
Air quality in Singapore's eastern region has deteriorated to unhealthy levels, with the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index reaching 101 by evening. The development extends the haze problem across all three major zones of the island.
LSN Singapore ·
Singapore's air quality worsened on Tuesday evening as the eastern region joined the west and central areas in experiencing unhealthy pollution levels. The 24-hour PSI reading for the east stood at 101 as of 6pm, crossing the 100-point threshold that marks the unhealthy category on the National Environment Agency's air quality scale.
The spread of elevated PSI readings across multiple regions signals an intensification of the haze affecting the island. Air quality in the unhealthy range poses risks to the general population and is particularly concerning for vulnerable groups including young children, the elderly, and individuals with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.
The National Environment Agency continues to monitor air quality across all regions and provides real-time PSI updates to alert residents and guide public health advisories. Authorities typically recommend that individuals in affected areas limit outdoor activities and consider using N95 masks when venturing outside during periods of poor air quality.