Particulate Concentration to be Modelled at East Coast Park Boundary for Sand Infilling for "Long Island" Project

Mr Kenneth Tiong Boon Kiat asked the Minister for National Development in relation to sand infilling for "Long Island" (a) what particulate concentration will be modelled at the East Coast Park boundary and at the nearest residential facade; (b) whether any particulate concentration will require sand infilling to be suspended, and at what reading; and (c) whether any part of East Coast Park will be closed to the public and for how long.

Mr Chee Hong Tat: The Environmental Study for preparatory works at "Long Island" assessed that there could be up to minor ambient air quality impact from sand infilling operations.

Dust levels will be closely monitored at stations located at residential and recreational areas near the East Coast and benchmarked against the baseline air quality data and Singapore's air quality targets, in accordance with the Environmental Monitoring and Management Plan.

Members of the public can continue to access park facilities and beaches along East Coast Park throughout the preparatory works. Preparatory works will be confined to a designated work area in the sea, cordoned off with floating barriers for public safety. Sea users are advised to maintain a safe distance from the barriers. Safety advisories will also be put up at East Coast Park and on agencies' websites prior to the commencement of preparatory works.