From Jan to Jun 2020, we issued about 10,300 legal notices to homeowners and occupiers. Repeated legal notices that go unanswered may result in NEA gaining entry by force. Learn about what goes on during dengue inspections here: www.nea.gov.sg/dengue-inspection

Selamat Hari Raya Haji! May this special day bring abundant blessings to you and your family.

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‼️ Protect yourself from dengue
1,794 dengue cases last week – highest no. of weekly cases recorded

🦟 If you live in a dengue cluster area, carry out these important steps to protect yourself and your loved ones:
- Spray insecticide in dark corners around the home, eg. under the bed/sofa, behind curtains
- Apply mosquito repellent regularly (reapply every few hrs/according to manufacturers’ instructions & level of activity)
- Wear long sleeves and long pants

➡️ More people working from home ➡️ easy targets for the day-biting Aedes mosquito

🚫 Do the Mozzie Wipeout at least once a week to prevent mosquito breeding
1. Loosen hardened soil
2. Turn over pails
3. Tip vases
4. Flip flowerpot plates
5. Clear the roof gutter and place BTI insecticide

More: go.gov.sg/nea-dengue

The weather can get quite chilly on rainy days. #DidYouKnow the lowest daily minimum temperature ever recorded in Singapore was 19 deg C on 14 Feb 1989? 
 
Who says Singapore can’t have aircon weather? ❄ 
#UniquelySingapore #WeatherWednesday

Hawker culture is, and will always be, an integral part of the Singapore culture. Read our fellow Singaporeans’ thoughts on #OurHawkerCulture here: www.oursgheritage.sg/support-hawker-culture/
 
❤️ #UniquelySingapore

National Day may be different this year, as we celebrate from home but we can still participate in various virtual and home activities! Check out what’s happening on www.ndp.gov.sg
 
Happy 55th Birthday Singapore! #OurHeartForSG #UniquelySingapore

From 13 Aug, the odd or even date entry restriction at the 4 popular markets (Geylang Serai Market, Chong Pang Market, Block 20/21 Marsiling Lane & Block 505 Jurong West Street 52) will be lifted on weekdays, but will continue to be enforced on Sat & Sun. More at https://go.gov.sg/nea-easing-entry-restriction-markets-13aug

While an impending thunderstorm looms, blue skies and fluffy clouds shine through in the distance. Tag us in your #SGWeathergrams posts on Facebook & Instagram so we can share it on #WeatherWednesdays. :)
 
📷: siewjunjie

#PSA The message alleging that volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Sinabung will affect SG in the next few days is NOT true. The volcanic ash cloud was blown east-northeastward and SG was not affected. The eruption has ceased. www.facebook.com/NEASingapore/posts/2680936948794302

🎬 https://youtu.be/5tCl4kQxFt4

#DidYouKnow that you can receive alerts when there are dengue clusters and high Aedes aegypti mosquito population detected in your neighbourhood? Watch how you can quickly set up the alerts on the myENV app. Download it here: www.nea.gov.sg/myenv

If you live in a dengue cluster area or area with more Aedes mosquitoes, apply mosquito repellent regularly, as you have a higher risk of getting bitten and infected with the Dengue virus. Here are some guidelines on using repellent effectively and safely.

We have seen sun showers before, but where do the raindrops come from? These raindrops are actually from nearby thunderstorms that are brought over by the wind.
 
#FunFact In the Japanese culture, it is believed to be the result of two fox spirits getting married. #WeatherWednesday

We may have plans to go out with friends today (because #FriYAY) but let’s not forget to keep our distance when queuing to get into eateries and malls to help stop the spread of COVID-19. #SGUnited

#SGDengueUpdate 50% less mosquito breeding was detected in Town Council-managed areas in Aug, compared to in Jul, after 2-week intensive islandwide vector control efforts with Town Councils to combat dengue. However, the number of weekly cases remain high at above 1,000, and it is critical for all of us to do our part in the fight against dengue – here’s how: www.nea.gov.sg/stop-dengue

Planning dinner with your friends? Due to #SafeDistancing, there may be limited seating capacity at many places, so call in advance to make reservations first. Otherwise, opt for takeaway (bring your own containers!) or delivery 😊 #SGUnited #FightCOVID19

#SGDengueUpdate Though there were 208 dengue cases fewer compared to in the previous week, the weekly number of reported dengue cases remains high at 946. Learn more about dengue operations and what you can do to protect your family here: www.facebook.com/gracefu.hy/posts/339064654118755

From 12 Sep 2020, weekend visitors to the 4 popular markets (Geylang Serai Market, Chong Pang Market, Block 20/21 Marsiling Lane, and Block 505 Jurong West Street 52) will not be subject to the odd/even date entry restriction. However, the caps on the number of patrons allowed in the market at any one time will still be in place, to ensure sufficient #SafeDistancing. More information available at https://go.gov.sg/nea-lifting-entry-restriction-markets-12sep

Besides doing the #MozzieWipeout, take these 3 simple actions to protect yourself and your loved ones, especially if you live in a dengue cluster area: Spray, Apply, Wear. More tips here: www.nea.gov.sg/stop-dengue

#SGDengueUpdate 55% less Aedes mosquito breeding was detected at constructions sites in Aug compared to Jul, but there are still some sites with multiple mosquito breeding habitats, and habitats with profuse breeding or repeated breeding. Enforcement actions will be taken against these sites. If you see any potential mosquito breeding spots, contact us at www.nea.gov.sg/feedback, or through the myENV app (www.nea.gov.sg/myenv). Let’s fight dengue together!