What is Yishun Pond used for?

The park features a large pond that serves as a recreational spot for residents and doubles as a water catchment area. Water from the pond is used in the irrigation system of Khoo Teck Puat Hospital….

Yishun Pond Park
Managed by National Parks Board
Open 2006 (renovated)
Public transit access NS13 Yishun

Why is it important to maintain good water quality at Yishun Pond?

How do the floating wetlands and marshlands benefit Yishun Pond? This is a layer of microorganisms found on the root surface. They improve the water quality, provide shelter and food for animals and beautify the pond.

How long is Yishun Pond?

0.6 mi
Yishun pond park

Length 0.6 mi
Est. Steps 1500

How many km is Yishun Park?

2.6 km
You may choose to make rounds about the 2.6 km lap around the park. Otherwise for longer runs, you may head towards Yishun Neighbourhood and Yishun Town Garden Parks or towards the Lower Seletar Reservoir Park via the Yishun Park Connector.

How can we reduce the effects of water pollution?

Ten Things You Can Do To Reduce Water Pollution

  1. DO NOT pour fat from cooking or any other type of fat, oil, or grease down the sink.
  2. DO NOT dispose of household chemicals or cleaning agents down the sink or toilet.
  3. DO NOT flush pills, liquid or powder medications or drugs down the toilet.

How can the government help water pollution?

Governments can secure long-term sustainability of freshwater resources use by: Setting maximum sustainable limits for water consumption and water pollution in river basins and aquifers to ensure the appropriate balance between water people and nature.

How big is Yishun?

43.19 km²
Yishun/Area

How long is Yishun ringroad?

6.768 km

Distance 6.768 km Ascent / Descent
Uphill 2.88 km (42.6%) Downhill
Flat 0.99 km (14.6%) Height Gain
Steepest Uphill +6.7% (at 0.99 km) Steepest Downhill
Longest Uphill 0.63 km (at 2.43 km) Longest Downhill

What are the 10 causes of water pollution?

The Causes of Water Pollution

  • Industrial Waste. Industries and industrial sites across the world are a major contributor to water pollution.
  • Marine Dumping.
  • Sewage and Wastewater.
  • Oil Leaks and Spills.
  • Agriculture.
  • Global Warming.
  • Radioactive Waste.

What are 10 ways to reduce pollution?

10 Best Ways to Reduce Air Pollution

  1. Using public transports.
  2. Turn off the lights when not in use.
  3. Recycle and Reuse.
  4. No to plastic bags.
  5. Reduction of forest fires and smoking.
  6. Use of fans instead of Air Conditioner.
  7. Use filters for chimneys.
  8. Avoid usage of crackers.

What is the world doing to stop water pollution?

EPA will address beach and shellfish area closings, implement drinking water protection programs, increase the acreage of wetlands restored, implement coastal NPS programs, establish conservation buffers on agricultural lands, reduce polluted runoff from AFOs, define watershed priorities, support watershed restoration …

Is Yishun safe?

Contrary to “cheeky” news articles and its reputation as an unsafe area, Yishun is actually one of the safer neighbourhoods in Singapore, said the Nee Soon Town Council (NSTC).