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Indonesia’s neighbours can help clear the air on haze-tackling efforts

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Published Wed, Oct 11, 2023 · 05:00 AM
    • On Oct 7, Singapore’s 24-hour PSI reading rose into the “unhealthy” range for the first time since 2019.
    • On Oct 7, Singapore’s 24-hour PSI reading rose into the “unhealthy” range for the first time since 2019. PHOTO: BT FILE

    OVER the weekend, Singapore received an acrid reminder of how vulnerable the island is to circumstances beyond its control: in this case, the return of the haze.

    On Saturday (Oct 7), residents woke to obscured views, and Singapore’s 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) reading rose into the “unhealthy” range for the first time since 2019.

    Fortunately, the air quality improved and the horizon cleared up on Sunday, while a change in prevailing wind direction and showers meant that conditions became even better on Monday.

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