Singapore faces thick haze as fires in Indonesia spread

Singapore is taking legal action as smoke from nearby wildfires chokes the city and forces schools to close.

Singapore is dealing with a serious problem right now. A thick, grey haze has covered the city. It is making it very hard for people to breathe. This haze is caused by wildfires burning in Indonesia. The smoke travels across the water and settles over Singapore. It has gotten so bad that the air quality is now a major health concern. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says the government is done waiting. They are planning to take firm action. Singapore officials are currently investigating companies that might be responsible for starting these fires. They want to hold these businesses accountabl…