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2026-11-05 20:40:27
[Singapore's air quality improves, most haze measures to end Saturday] (1) Singapore's air quality has improved after weeks of heavy fog, and most government departments will cease implementing haze measures starting Saturday. (2) The National Environment Agency of Singapore stated that the distribution of N95 and equivalent protective masks through vending machines and community clubs will end at 6 pm on November 7; air-conditioned rest rooms in some designated shelters will be closed at the same time, and haze protection measures for outdoor workers will also end on Saturday. (3) The agency said that the haze situation in Singapore has improved with the arrival of the monsoon season and increased rainfall. Previously affected by the severe wildfire season in Indonesia, Singapore's air quality had been at "unhealthy" or "very unhealthy" levels for several weeks, but the pollutant standard index readings have improved in recent days; on Wednesday, Singapore also tightened laws related to cross-border haze, adding new restrictions and imposing fines on companies that do business with entities or individuals suspected of being involved in causing wildfires.
