SG to launch 300+ cooling centres 3 years after He Ting Ru asked if community spaces can become sanctuaries during heatwaves
"I’m very glad to see this idea reflected in policy, and more importantly, to see more support for residents who are especially vulnerable to extreme heat," wrote Ms He
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