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Pruning enhances stability of trees during rainstorms

We thank Mr Kenneth Chia for his feedback in the letter, “We are gardeners, not possessors” (May 19, online).

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Oh Cheow Sheng, Director, Streetscape, National Parks Board

We thank Mr Kenneth Chia for his feedback in the letter, “We are gardeners, not possessors” (May 19, online).

Our tree care programmes are put in place to reduce the risks of storm damage. Pruning is required to reduce the weight of tree crowns to enhance tree stability during rainstorms and to reduce the risk of branch breakage. We are mindful not to over-prune our trees in the process.

As for the photograph Mr Chia had sent in, we wish to clarify that the tree, which was located at Bedok Reservoir Road, was not being pruned. It was being removed to enable the repair of an underground leaking water pipe.

We seek the public’s continued support, as we are fully committed to caring for our trees while upholding our responsibility of minimising public safety risks or damage from trees.

For further feedback, Mr Chia and members of the public are welcome to contact us at 1800 471-7300 or email us at NParks_Public_Affairs [at] NParks.gov.sg

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