#DidYouKnow mosquitoes can even bite through our clothes? The best way to avoid this is to spray mosquito repellent on our clothing as well.
Use mosquito repellent safely and effectively to protect yourself from mosquito bites: go.gov.sg/mosquito-repellent-guidelines
Use mosquito repellent safely and effectively to protect yourself from mosquito bites: go.gov.sg/mosquito-repellent-guidelines
#DidYouKnow the South of Singapore is cooler?
No, this is not about swagger, but rather about the cool sea breeze 🌬️ that comes from the Singapore Strait, a water body that is situated at the south of our island.
#WeatherWednesday #SGWeather
No, this is not about swagger, but rather about the cool sea breeze 🌬️ that comes from the Singapore Strait, a water body that is situated at the south of our island.
#WeatherWednesday #SGWeather
#DidYouKnow the Padang Civic Ensemble has been placed on Singapore’s Tentative List for UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
When visiting this historic locale, remember to bin your trash and keep this #StunningSingapore space clean and green! #KeepSGClean
When visiting this historic locale, remember to bin your trash and keep this #StunningSingapore space clean and green! #KeepSGClean
#WeatherWednesday #DidYouKnow the ultraviolet (UV) index is usually highest between 11am and 3pm in Singapore?
While some UV exposure can be healthy, excessive exposure can be harmful to your skin and eyes. Follow these simple steps to minimise the effects of UV radiation when you’re out and about!
More information at www.nea.gov.sg/weather/ultraviolet-index
While some UV exposure can be healthy, excessive exposure can be harmful to your skin and eyes. Follow these simple steps to minimise the effects of UV radiation when you’re out and about!
More information at www.nea.gov.sg/weather/ultraviolet-index
Happy World Oceans Day!
#DidYouKnow that oceans absorb about 30% of carbon dioxide from the air? Besides keeping our waterways clean, all of us can play a part in saving our ocean by taking #ClimateAction and reducing our carbon footprint.
#DidYouKnow that oceans absorb about 30% of carbon dioxide from the air? Besides keeping our waterways clean, all of us can play a part in saving our ocean by taking #ClimateAction and reducing our carbon footprint.
#DidYouKnow that mosquitoes can lay eggs about 3 times in its lifetime, producing about 100 eggs each time?
If you have potted plants at home, don’t forget to break up the hardened soil. Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
✅ Break up hardened soil
✅ Lift and empty flowerpot plates
✅ Overturn pails and wipe their rims
✅ Change water in vases
✅ Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide
#BLOCKDengue
If you have potted plants at home, don’t forget to break up the hardened soil. Let’s continue to B-L-O-C-K dengue and Zika at least once a week.
✅ Break up hardened soil
✅ Lift and empty flowerpot plates
✅ Overturn pails and wipe their rims
✅ Change water in vases
✅ Keep roof gutters clear and place BTI insecticide
#BLOCKDengue
#DidYouKnow that the $150 Climate Voucher can help offset the cost difference between a 3-tick and a 2-tick refrigerator? If your refrigerator is due for replacement, get a more energy efficient one with your Climate Voucher by 31 Dec 2023! go.gov.sg/cfhp
#DidYouKnow that you can save $30* over a year by switching to energy-efficient LED bulbs?
Use your Climate Voucher to buy LED bulbs by 31 Dec 2023! More info at go.gov.sg/cfhp
*Based on the replacement of 5 fluorescent bulbs to energy-efficient LED bulbs
Use your Climate Voucher to buy LED bulbs by 31 Dec 2023! More info at go.gov.sg/cfhp
*Based on the replacement of 5 fluorescent bulbs to energy-efficient LED bulbs
#DidYouKnow that there are 3 main rat species found in Singapore? From roof rat to sewer rat to house mouse, find out how our #NEAofficers carry out rat surveillance and look for signs of rat activity during their inspections, and get useful tips on rat prevention measures: https://fb.watch/laCn_dEdrY/
#DidYouKnow that you can reduce your water usage by at least 40% when you adopt a water-efficient showerhead with a 3-tick rating as compared to one with a 1-tick rating?
1 to 3 room HDB households can use your Climate Voucher to buy shower fittings by 31 Dec 2023! More info at www.go.gov.sg/cfhp
1 to 3 room HDB households can use your Climate Voucher to buy shower fittings by 31 Dec 2023! More info at www.go.gov.sg/cfhp
#DidYouKnow that East Coast Lagoon Food Village was built on reclaimed land? Opened in 1978, it complements the beach-front activities of Singapore’s largest seaside resort.
After enjoying the delicious hawker food while enjoying the sea breeze, let’s remember to return our used trays and crockery. We all have a part to play in ensuring a clean and safe dining experience at #OurHawkerCentres. #ClearOurTables #ReturnOurTrays #BinUsedTissues
P.S. You don’t have to wipe the tables, as cleaners will do so. More information and #FAQs here: www.nea.gov.sg/clean-tables
After enjoying the delicious hawker food while enjoying the sea breeze, let’s remember to return our used trays and crockery. We all have a part to play in ensuring a clean and safe dining experience at #OurHawkerCentres. #ClearOurTables #ReturnOurTrays #BinUsedTissues
P.S. You don’t have to wipe the tables, as cleaners will do so. More information and #FAQs here: www.nea.gov.sg/clean-tables
#DidYouKnow the average family in Singapore that buys groceries weekly uses about 1,248 single-use plastic bags annually? 😱
Let’s #SayYEStoWasteLess by bringing along reusable bags when heading out! #BYO #BYOB
Let’s #SayYEStoWasteLess by bringing along reusable bags when heading out! #BYO #BYOB
Here’s a #FunFact on International E-waste Day: #DidYouKnow e-waste contains many useful materials, including gold, silver, copper or plastic, that may be recovered and made into new products?
♻️ Let’s #RecycleOurEWaste properly. Visit NEA’s (go.gov.sg/e-waste) and ALBA Singapore’s websites (www.alba-ewaste.sg) for the locations of the e-waste recycling bins and more information about the e-waste management system. #RecycleRight
Let’s also reduce the amount of e-waste generated by:
(a) considering if you really need to buy a new product, or if the current one can be repaired
(b) choosing second-hand products over new products
(c) donating devices that are in good condition to those who could put them to better use
♻️ Let’s #RecycleOurEWaste properly. Visit NEA’s (go.gov.sg/e-waste) and ALBA Singapore’s websites (www.alba-ewaste.sg) for the locations of the e-waste recycling bins and more information about the e-waste management system. #RecycleRight
Let’s also reduce the amount of e-waste generated by:
(a) considering if you really need to buy a new product, or if the current one can be repaired
(b) choosing second-hand products over new products
(c) donating devices that are in good condition to those who could put them to better use
#SGDengueUpdate 208 new dengue cases and 51 active dengue clusters were reported in the week ending 21 Oct 2023. #DidYouKnow that individuals infected with dengue are advised to avoid further mosquito bites, to prevent passing on the virus to mosquitoes and other people in the neighbourhood? They can do so by practising S-A-W.
To protect ourselves and our families from dengue and Zika, it is critical that we all play our part and do the #BLOCK steps at least once a week.
⚠️ Urgent action from all is critical to prevent a surge in dengue cases at year-end. Areas with higher Aedes aegypti mosquito population have a higher risk of dengue and Zika transmission: www.nea.gov.sg/dengue-zika/Aedes
To protect ourselves and our families from dengue and Zika, it is critical that we all play our part and do the #BLOCK steps at least once a week.
⚠️ Urgent action from all is critical to prevent a surge in dengue cases at year-end. Areas with higher Aedes aegypti mosquito population have a higher risk of dengue and Zika transmission: www.nea.gov.sg/dengue-zika/Aedes
‘Tis the season for fresh air and festive vibes✨
#DidYouKnow that smoking is prohibited at all our public parks, gardens and nature reserves?
Visit go.gov.sg/smoking-prohibition for the list of places where smoking is prohibited.
#DidYouKnow that smoking is prohibited at all our public parks, gardens and nature reserves?
Visit go.gov.sg/smoking-prohibition for the list of places where smoking is prohibited.
#DidYouKnow that insufficient spacing decreases the cooling efficiency of refrigerators and results in higher energy use?
Lower your electricity bills by allowing sufficient space around the refrigerator and ensuring adequate ventilation.
#EnergySavingTips
Lower your electricity bills by allowing sufficient space around the refrigerator and ensuring adequate ventilation.
#EnergySavingTips
⚡ #DidYouKnow that Singapore has one of the highest rates of lightning activity in the world?
For the latest #SGWeather updates and forecast, visit www.nea.gov.sg or download the myENV app (www.nea.gov.sg/myenv), where you can turn on notifications to be alerted on heavy rain, lightning and more.
#WeatherWednesday
For the latest #SGWeather updates and forecast, visit www.nea.gov.sg or download the myENV app (www.nea.gov.sg/myenv), where you can turn on notifications to be alerted on heavy rain, lightning and more.
#WeatherWednesday
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❤️ #HawkerHeritage ❤️ #DidYouKnow that Maxwell Food Centre was once a wet market? It was also one of the places where the poor and displaced could find cheap meals after WWII. Today, it’s a treasure trove of local delights!
#OurHawkerCulture #OurHawkerCentres
#OurHawkerCulture #OurHawkerCentres
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#HawkerHeritage #DidYouKnow Adam Road Food Centre is nine-sided and almost circular? This popular spot is famous for its nasi lemak and a variety of delightful treats! This is your sign to organise that makan trip🍴
#OurHawkerCulture #OurHawkerCentres
#OurHawkerCulture #OurHawkerCentres
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#HawkerHeritage Architectural elegance meets culinary delight at Old Airport Road Food Centre 🍴🏛️ #DidYouKnow that its modern structure was designed in '73 to match the housing estates in the area?
#OurHawkerCulture #OurHawkerCentres
#OurHawkerCulture #OurHawkerCentres