Hotspots detected in Johor, sending haze and smoke plumes to Singapore: NEA
As of 7pm on Monday (Mar 30), the 24-hour PSI ranged from 56 to 71, within the moderate range.
A view of private residential apartments and public housing estates in Singapore. (File photo: Reuters/Edgar Su)
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SINGAPORE: Hotspots in eastern Johor were spotted, with winds causing smoke plumes to drift towards Singapore, the National Environment Agency (NEA) said on Monday (Mar 30).
As of 7pm, the 24-hour Pollutant Standard Index (PSI) ranged from 56 to 71, within the moderate range.
According to NEA records, a 24-hour PSI of 71 is the joint-highest reading this year, with another instance recorded on Mar 24.
The 24-hour PSI is computed based on six air pollutants - PM2.5, PM10, ozone, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide.
With northeasterly winds carrying smoke to Singapore, 1-hour PM2.5 levels in certain regions could increase, depending on the wind conditions, NEA said.
NEA advised the public to refer to the 1-hour PM2.5 levels when carrying out outdoor activities in the immediate hour.
Clinics in Singapore have reported a rise in haze-related cases over the past three months, with patients presenting not only respiratory symptoms but also issues like itchy eyes and skin flare-ups.
