# Singapore Terminates Haze Mitigation Measures Following Improved Air Quality Authorities are deactivating mask distribution, health subsidies, and outdoor work restrictions as conditions stabilize. - **Source:** [CNA – Singapore](https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore) - **Published:** 2026-11-05 - **Topic:** [health](https://brifing.si/c/health) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/06ca3cf4-9a7d-4ffa-b9d4-c6e0ff547d4e ## Official Mitigation Shutdown Singapore is ending all haze mitigation measures effective Saturday, November 7. The National Environment Agency confirmed that improved air quality, driven by inter-monsoon conditions and increased rainfall, allows for this transition. Consequently, the inter-agency Haze Task Force will stand down, and the final haze situation update for this season has been issued. ## Mask Distribution Concludes The distribution of N95 masks to vulnerable citizens will cease at 6:00 p.m. on November 7. This initiative, which began on October 14, utilized vending machines at transport hubs and community centers. By October 29, approximately 30 percent of eligible residents had collected their masks, following expanded eligibility criteria for seniors and children. ## Health Scheme Deactivations The Ministry of Health will deactivate the Public Health Preparedness Clinic Scheme and the Haze Subsidy Scheme on November 12. These programs provided subsidized outpatient treatment for haze-related conditions at polyclinics and participating clinics. This move reflects the government's assessment that the immediate health risks associated with transboundary haze have significantly subsided. ## Outdoor Work Resumption Starting November 7, the Ministry of Manpower will lift haze-related precautions for outdoor workers. Employers are now permitted to resume standard outdoor operations without implementing additional safety measures previously mandated during the peak haze period. This decision aligns with the broader strategy of normalizing activities as regional hotspot activity continues to decline. ## Shelter Services Closing Designated haze shelters, including air-conditioned rooms at Community Clubs and selected Residents’ Committee centers, will close on November 7 at 6:00 p.m. These facilities were established to provide relief during periods of poor air quality. Their closure marks the end of the emergency response phase for the current haze season in Singapore. ## Historical Haze Context Singapore experienced persistent haze from September 4 to October 25. During this duration, air quality remained in the unhealthy range for 33 days, with an additional five days classified as very unhealthy. The situation necessitated proactive government interventions, including the early distribution of masks when 1-hour PM2.5 readings reached very high levels. ## Regional Climate Factors The improvement in air quality is attributed to the onset of inter-monsoon conditions and frequent rain showers across the region. The National Environment Agency noted that the number of hotspots in surrounding areas has decreased. Variable winds and continued precipitation are expected to keep the haze situation suppressed throughout the coming weekend. ## Future Monitoring Protocols While mitigation measures are ending, authorities advise residents to monitor 1-hour PM2.5 concentration readings via the myENV mobile app or the official haze microsite. Reducing prolonged outdoor activity remains the primary recommendation for managing personal exposure. Future updates regarding regional air quality will continue to be provided through standard environmental agency channels. ## Sources covering this story - [CNA – Singapore — Singapore Ends Haze Mitigation Measures as Air Quality Improves](https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nea-haze-mask-distribution-6526851) - [The Independent SG — Singapore Ends N95 Mask Distribution as Air Quality Improves](https://theindependent.sg/as-air-quality-improves-n95-mask-distribution-ends-in-singapore-on-nov-7) --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._