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Haze returns to Singapore as smoke drifts from Johor hotspots
Singapore residents have reported a return of haze and burning odours while the National Environmental Agency links smoke to peatland and vegetation fires in nearby eastern Johor and warns of a haze risk.
Mar 27th 2026 · Singapore
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- Residents across Singapore report burning smells and reduced air clarity in recent days.
- Singapore's National Environmental Agency said in February that smoke from peatland and vegetation fires may be the cause.
- On Tuesday the NEA warned of a haze risk and confirmed smoke plumes from hotspots in eastern Johor were drifting towards Singapore.
- Environmentalists warn warmer temperatures are worsening air quality and urge regional action on transboundary haze.
- Some residents, including families with young children, say they are keeping windows closed and are concerned about health impacts.