One-hour PM2.5 readings were back in the normal range across Singapore on Sunday (Nov 1). Earlier that morning, the western region recorded elevated readings at 5am and 6am, reaching 59. At 8am, readings across the five regions ranged from 35 to 51, all in the normal band.
The 24-hour PSI at 8am ranged from 68 to 86, in the moderate range. NEA's Saturday advisory said moderate haze remained confined over parts of Kalimantan. It expected showers to keep haze subdued on Sunday, with winds from the east or southeast.
What Sunday's air quality means for children
- The 24-hour PSI is forecast to be moderate on Sunday, between 51 and 70, and air quality has been good-to-moderate since 11pm on Oct 25.
- Based on Sunday's forecast, NEA says all members of the public can continue their usual outdoor activities.
- Children are among the vulnerable groups NEA says should avoid strenuous outdoor activity when 1-hour PM2.5 readings are in the elevated band.
NEA's advice on outdoor activities
- Use the 24-hour PSI forecast when planning outdoor activities, as NEA advises.
- Check the latest 1-hour PM2.5 readings before activities happening right away, NEA advises.
- Keep children from strenuous outdoor activity while 1-hour PM2.5 is elevated; NEA advises this for vulnerable groups.