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Singapore warns of severe haze risk from El Niño in August-September

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Singapore is bracing for a potentially severe haze event in August and September, driven by the combined effects of El Niño and warmer sea surface temperatures. The Singapore Institute of International Affairs predicts this year's haze could be particularly disruptive, impacting air quality and posing health risks such as eye, nose, and throat irritation. Authorities are advising the public to expect unpleasant air conditions and recommend wearing N95 masks for extended outdoor exposure. AI

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Singapore warns of severe haze risk from El Niño in August-September

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · dpa ·

    Singapore warns of ‘severe’ haze in August, September from El Nino effect

    Some years it comes, and some years it does not. But, drifting up and across the Strait of Malacca, it can hang in the air for weeks on end over cities such as Singapore and Kuala Lumpur – regional economic hubs that host two of the world’s busiest airports. Southeast Asia’s haze…

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