Breathe Smart: Preparing for Singapore’s Potential Haze Season
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- 3 days ago
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Updated: 2 days ago
Stay one step ahead with simple steps to keep your home and health protected—just in case the skies turn.
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Hotspots across the region are increasing, especially in parts of Sumatra and Borneo. While Singapore remains unaffected by the haze for now, the National Environment Agency has confirmed the presence of smoke plumes over Sumatra. Thanks to current wind conditions, the haze has not reached our shores—but as anyone who’s lived through past haze seasons knows, weather can shift quickly.
Rather than waiting for the skies to change, this is a good time to run a quick haze readiness check at home. These small steps can go a long way in ensuring comfort and well-being if conditions worsen unexpectedly.
Haze Readiness Checklist for the Home and Family
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Check your air purifier – Ensure filters are clean and rated for PM2.5 particles. HEPA filters are especially effective in reducing indoor air pollution.
Stock up on quality masks – Look for N95 or equivalent masks for children, seniors, and anyone with respiratory conditions. These offer better protection than cloth masks during heavy haze.
Review your outdoor plans – Shift activities indoors when PSI levels are high. Keep flexible alternatives ready for picnics, sports sessions, and school events.
Look out for vulnerable groups – Older family members, young children, and the immunocompromised are more sensitive to air quality. Keep medications accessible and limit their time outdoors.
Stay informed – Monitor local air quality updates and health advisories from NEA and trusted weather apps. Knowing when to act is half the battle.
The haze might not be in our hands, but staying ready can help reduce its impact on our daily lives. As dry weather patterns continue, a little foresight can go a long way in keeping our spaces—and lungs—clean.
