Something Smell, That no toxic gases have been detected

RESIDENTS across Singapore were complaining of a bad 'chemical' odour yesterday. Described mostly as a strong, kerosene-like smell, it spread across the island throughout the day, affecting people from Punggol to Yio Chu Kang and Tampines. but the National Environment Agency (NEA) has said that no toxic gases have been detected so far.

NEA said it has measured the air quality, and no toxic gases were detected. The NEA is investigating the cause of the smell. "NEA has also contacted its Malaysian counterparts to check whether any unusual smell has been detected in Johor," said a spokesperson.

But Sengkang resident Clarence Tey, who lives opposite Johor's Pasir Gudang Port, said it was a "common occurrence" after "heavy rain and a change in the wind direction". Esther Ng.

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