Explained: Why there may be a burning smell on the night of Jan 26 and the next few days
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If you've noticed a burnt smell in the air on Monday (Jan 26) night and are wondering if its the haze at work, here's why. According to the Meteorological Service Singapore's (MSS) regional haze map, two hotspots were detected — in Pengerang and in PunExplained: Why there may be a burning smell on the night of Jan 26 and the next few days
If you've noticed a burnt smell in the air on Monday (Jan 26) night and are wondering if its the haze at work, here's why. According to the Meteorological Service Singapore's (MSS) regional haze map, two hotspots were detected — in Pengerang and in Punggai. MSS' regional haze map showing the two hotspots in Pengerang and Punggai on Monday (Jan 26) evening. IMAGE: MSS While the hotspot in Pengerang may be due to heat generated by the Pengerang power station, a fire was reported in Punggai, about 26km away from the eastern tip of Changi Airport. Punggai Fire and Rescue Station chief Ezam Mistorerrodin said they were alerted to peat soil fires in the Punggai area at about 11am on Monday, adding that the fire had spread from 5.26ha to 12.14ha due to dry weather. Read more
