Tag Archives: Air Quality

Singapore Haze: Better Air Quality in the East

Posted on September 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was checking the PSI readings and those living in the Eastern part of Singapore can rejoice as you have better air quality. Perhaps it’s due to the sea breeze or the direction of the wind? I’m not sure. Those … Continue reading →

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The Haze is Back in Singapore

Posted on September 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

The Haze is back and I feel it in my throat. You can smell the smoke as well. If you suffer from respiratory disorders it’s best to stay home. The PSI reading has gone from good to moderate and you … Continue reading →

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#79. Best Air Quality Among Asian Cities

Posted on February 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

I often gripe that we don’t have great air quality (I’m thinking New Zealand’s pure sweet air that’s been ranked number 1) especially during the months of haze. But I changed my mind after visiting Beijing, Bombay and Vietnam I … Continue reading →

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The Haze Across the Border

Posted on October 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

It seems as bad in Johor Bahru as it is in Singapore. Heading back towards Singapore, you can see the HDB flats at Woodlands enveloped in smoky air.  A pretty dismal scene.  I feel sorry for the tourists who have … Continue reading →

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Haze Worsens

Posted on October 21, 2010 by bookjunkie

Update 6pm:  Our air quality has hit the unhealthy range.   What I wrote earlier: The P.S.I hit 90 and if it goes past 100 the air is officially in the unhealthy zone. The temperature today was around 31 degrees. … Continue reading →

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