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Historical Perspective: Changes in Living Conditions Over Time
Reflecting on Singapore's past, the speakers illustrate the dramatic transformation in living conditions over the decades. In the 1950s, homes were simple structures that could become quite cold at night, prompting residents like the speaker's grandfather to use thick blankets for warmth.
By the 1970s, urbanization accelerated, and high-rise buildings became the norm. The speaker notes that the temperature in such buildings, which now number in the hundreds, averages around 24.8°C today. In contrast, current outdoor temperatures in Singapore can reach about 29.1°C, reflecting a significant rise of approximately four degrees Celsius within a few decades.