#DidYouKnow that some plants can be mosquito breeding habitats as their structures have little pockets that can trap water. These plants have leaves that grow upwards at an angle that will create a little cup between the upper side of the stem and the leaves.
 
Be sure to check this ‘blind spot’ regularly. Here’s a ‘Check and Protect’ checklist for a thorough #MozzieWipeout today: https://go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist

#SGDengueUpdate Thanks to the concerted efforts of the community, the number of weekly dengue cases has declined to 260, the lowest in 2020. However, the number of weekly dengue cases and active dengue clusters are still higher than usual. Let’s all do our part to reduce the Aedes mosquito population and break disease transmission! Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Staying home during this COVID-19 period has brought out the green thumb in many of us. And yet, with interest comes responsibility, too! Set a daily reminder to keep your plants nourished and your home protected from dengue too: https://go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist #MozzieWipeout

We’ve launched the first hybrid Clean and Green Singapore (CGS) event today! You will find a broad variety of activities that you can participate in and learn how to incorporate clean, green and sustainable habits into your daily lives at www.cgs.gov.sg/cgs2020.

A series of video workshops will also be released at www.cgs.gov.sg/cgs2020/workshops over 28 and 29 Nov, hosted by local personalities Mark Lee, Nurul Aini and Eswari Gunasagar. Plus, stand a chance to win attractive prizes by participating in the workshops and posting a selfie with your DIY creations on Facebook or Instagram with #cleanandgreensingapore by 31 Dec 2020.

Launched today, the Climate-Friendly Households Programme makes the purchase of energy or water efficient products more affordable, by providing 1-, 2- and 3-room HDB households with 3 types of e-Vouchers at www.go.gov.sg/cfhp

#SaveMoneySaveElectricity #ClimateChangeSG

The new public waste collection contract for the Clementi-Bukit Merah sector has been awarded to SembWaste Pte. Ltd.

Residents can look forward to a new fleet of collection trucks including electric vehicles, high capacity rear-end loaders, and ergonomic trucks which provide better safety and worker comfort. Sembwaste will also be deploying technologies equipped with Internet of Things attributes, to detect the amount of waste collected, generate fault alerts for quick recovery, and centralise their fleet management and surveillance capabilities. https://www.nea.gov.sg/media/news/news/index/new-public-waste-collector-for-the-clementi-bukit-merah-sector-from-1-january-2021

To make the purchase of energy or water efficient products more affordable, we have launched the Climate-Friendly Households Programme, providing 1-, 2- and 3-room HDB households with 3 types of e-Vouchers. Apply for the e-Vouchers at www.go.gov.sg/cfhp

#SGDengueUpdate 281 weekly dengue cases were reported last week, reversing the downward trend in the number of weekly dengue cases over the past 6 weeks. The Aedes mosquito population has also increased by 11% since the second week of Nov. Let’s all stay vigilant and do our part to reduce the Aedes mosquito population! Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Year-end celebrations are different this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make this one as special as the last. Let’s make this season of giving an unforgettable and meaningful one, by caring for the environment, yourself and your loved ones. #SustainableSG https://go.gov.sg/nea-year-end-advisory-2020

#SGDengueUpdate It’s the third consecutive week with less than 300 weekly dengue cases. However, the Aedes mosquito population increased by 16% in Nov, compared to in Oct. There is also a 40% increase in mosquito breeding in residences.

Let’s stay alert and do our part to reduce the Aedes mosquito population, by doing the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week. If you’re living in a dengue cluster area, use mosquito repellent regularly to protect yourself and your loved ones. Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

#SGDengueUpdate As of 17 Dec 2020, there have been 34,844 reported dengue cases this year, with 228 cases reported last week. While NEA has closed about 98% of the dengue clusters notified since the beginning of 2020, there are still over 230 residential areas with high Aedes aegypti mosquito population currently.
 
So let’s stay vigilant and keep up our #DenguePrevention efforts. If you’re planning to go for a staycation, don’t forget to do the #MozzieWipeout first! Learn more: go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Planning to do your Christmas shopping or buying ingredients to cook up a storm? Don’t forget to bring along your reusables to reduce the waste generated!

#SGDengueUpdate 236 dengue cases were reported in the week ending 19 Dec. Whilst the weekly cases number is less than 300, a figure of 200 to 300 is still relatively high for this time of the year.

Have you been doing your part in the fight against dengue? Continue doing the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week, to get rid of stagnant water and prevent mosquito breeding. More at go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Planning a staycation with your SingapoRediscover vouchers? Keep yourself and your loved ones safe by going through the ‘Check and Protect’ checklist for a thorough #MozzieWipeout before your stay! https://go.gov.sg/dengue-checklist

Phase 3 of Re-opening commences today. To accommodate the increase in group size of up to 8 persons, markings on seats and tables at the dining areas of hawker centres have been revised. While we bond over our favourite hawker food, let’s also #ReturnOurTrays and #BinOurTissues. #OurHawkerCulture is not just about the heritage, great food and bustling ambience – it is also about how it brings people from all walks of life together. Let’s keep #OurHawkerCentres clean and safe for everyone 😊
 
Access control and interim fencing at more markets will also be removed, details at https://www.nea.gov.sg/media/news/news/index/phase-3-of-re-opening-hawker-centres-and-markets

#SGDengueUpdate The number of active dengue clusters reported continues to remain high, with 64 active clusters reported as of 28 Dec. 198 dengue cases were reported in the week ending 26 Dec, and the cumulative number of dengue cases for this year stands at more than 35,100.

Let’s keep up our #DenguePrevention efforts and continue doing the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week. Find out what else you can do to protect yourself and your family at go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

Leaving your soiled tissue on dining tables is inconsiderate and unsanitary! Dispose of them properly, to help prevent the spread of diseases. #SGUnited #BinOurTissues #KeepSGClean

#SGDengueUpdate 35,317 dengue cases were reported in 2020. The number of active dengue clusters reported continues to remain high, with 63 active clusters reported as of 4 Jan.

A 20-cent sized drop of water is all mosquitoes need to breed. Do the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week, to protect yourself and your family. More at go.gov.sg/mozzieproof

TGIF! Making your plans for the weekend? Don’t forget to bring your brolly along.

A developing northeast monsoon surge in the region is bringing periods of showers to Singapore today. As the monsoon surge strengthens, widespread rain, heavy at times, is forecast later tonight. The rain is expected to be persistent and last over this weekend. This will bring cool and windy conditions, with daily minimum temperatures dipping to 21-22°C in some places. This is the 2nd monsoon surge to affect the island this month, after 2 days of continuous rain from a monsoon surge last week. #SGWeather

#SGDengueUpdate NEA’s Gravitrap surveillance system has shown an increase of about 8% in the Aedes aegypti mosquito population in Dec.

Have you been keeping your home free from stagnant water? A 20-cent sized drop of water is all mosquitoes need to breed. Do the #MozzieWipeout at least once a week, to protect yourself and your family. More at go.gov.sg/mozzieproof