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Singapore agency investigates chemical smell, reports air quality within usual range
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Singapore agency investigates chemical smell, reports air quality within usual range

From CNA · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) is investigating a chemical or gas smell reported by residents in the central region.
  • The NEA stated that air quality readings at monitoring stations have remained within the usual range.
  • The agency is continuing to monitor the situation and will provide updates if developments cause public concern.

Residents in Singapore's central region reported a persistent chemical or gas smell on Thursday evening, prompting an investigation by the National Environment Agency (NEA).

The NEA confirmed it received feedback about the odor, which was detected in areas including Tanjong Rhu, Kallang, and Novena. Social media users also reported smelling it in Balestier, Jalan Besar, and Lavender, with some describing it as gas-like or sulphurous. The smell was first noticed around 9 p.m. on Thursday and reportedly lasted for over 18 hours.

We have checked the air quality onsite and have been monitoring the air quality at the nearest monitoring stations. So far, the air quality has been within the usual range.

— National Environment Agency (NEA)The NEA's statement on the detected smell and air quality readings.

Despite the public reports, the NEA stated that air quality readings taken onsite and at nearby monitoring stations have remained within the "usual" range. The agency is continuing its investigation to identify the source of the smell and has asked the public to report any unusual odors via the myENV or OneService apps. Updates will be provided if significant developments arise.

We will share updates if there are "developments of public concern".

— National Environment Agency (NEA)The NEA's commitment to informing the public about the ongoing investigation.
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