Tag Archives: Singapore

PM stands for Particular Matter

Posted on June 23, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

It is the term for particles found in the air including dust, dirt, soot, smoke and pollen.  Particles can be suspended in the air for long periods of time. Some are large or dark enough to be seen such as … Continue reading →

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Singapore mulls legal action over smog from Indonesia fires

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Officials in Singapore say they are exploring whether to charge two Singapore-based companies in connection with severe smog triggered by forest fires in Indonesia. The companies own land on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. Singapore’s foreign minister said he had … Continue reading →

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UN concerns with the deteriorating air quality in Southeast Asia

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

As the blanket of haze, emanating from Indonesia, covers Singapore and Malaysia, the United Nations has been aroused to call for swift remedy to improve the air quality in Southeast Asia. Reacting to the record high levels of smog that … Continue reading →

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Singapore air pollution hits record high

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Air pollution in Singapore has soared to a record high for a third consecutive day, as Indonesia prepares to send planes and helicopters to battle the fires blamed for hazardous levels of smoky haze in three countries. The blazes in … Continue reading →

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Singapore smog from Indonesia fire ‘could last weeks’

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Singapore’s prime minister has warned that the haze engulfing the city-state could last for weeks, as air pollution soared to record levels. The pollution standards index peaked at 371 on Thursday, breaking previous records and well above hazardous levels, before … Continue reading →

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Regional HAZE Map 20 June 2013

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

For PSI levels between 101-200, we would like to advise persons with existing heart or respiratory ailments should reduce physical exertion and outdoor activities. The general population should reduce vigorous outdoor activities. For PSI levels between 201-300, elderly and persons … Continue reading →

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Singapore haze at worst yet, Malaysia schools shut

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Singapore urged people to remain indoors amid unprecedented levels of air pollution Thursday as a smoky haze wrought by forest fires in neighboring Indonesia worsened dramatically. Nearby Malaysia closed 200 schools and banned open burning in some areas. The Pollutant … Continue reading →

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Singapore pollution soars as haze from Indonesia hits air quality

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Respro® UK Ltd

Singaporeans reduced military training exercises, kept cough-stricken children indoors and wore protective masks to work after a smoky haze triggered by forest fires in neighbouring Indonesia caused air pollution to hit its worst level in nearly 16 years. Singapore’s main … Continue reading →

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