World · Singapore Bureau
Singapore shuts outdoor ActiveSG facilities due to haze conditions
All outdoor and non-air-conditioned sports facilities operated by ActiveSG have been closed in response to deteriorating air quality. Indoor, air-conditioned venues at sports centres across the island remain operational.
LSN Singapore ·
Singapore's sports authority has moved to close all outdoor and non-air-conditioned ActiveSG facilities as haze levels affect air quality across the region. The decision reflects growing concerns over public health and safety during periods of poor atmospheric conditions.
ActiveSG, the national agency responsible for managing sports facilities and promoting sporting activities, took the precautionary measure to protect users from prolonged exposure to haze. The closure applies specifically to outdoor venues and facilities without air-conditioning systems.
Indoor sports centres equipped with air-conditioning systems continue to operate normally, allowing residents to access climate-controlled environments for athletic activities and training programmes. The move ensures that sports enthusiasts can maintain their fitness routines while avoiding exposure to hazardous air quality.
The haze situation in Singapore is typically influenced by transboundary pollution from neighbouring regions during certain seasons. Authorities regularly monitor air quality indices and adjust facility operations accordingly to safeguard public wellbeing.