Both Singapore and Malaysia have complained bitterly about "the haze" since 2006, but Indonesia doesn't seem to take any action stating that they lack the money and ability to stop the illegal process of setting fires.

So during "the haze" Singaporeans watch the PSI (Pollutant Standards Index) report vigilantly. In fact as I was in a taxi this morning the driver shushed me and cranked up the volume on the radio when the PSI report for the hour was being announced! If the PSI numbers start to head in the wrong direction, out come the masks. I have to admit although "the haze" is annoying, a secret part of me is hoping that the air quality gets to a level where I can see these masks on the street!