Singapore: Road collision on Jurong Island highway Jan. 9

Event

In the morning (local time) of Wednesday, January 9, 24 people were injured in a road accident involving two buses and a lorry along the Jurong Island highway. As such, significant traffic disruptions are likely in the coming hours along the affected highway.

Context

Road conditions in Singapore are generally good.

Advice

Individuals in Singapore are advised to monitor development to the situation and anticipate increased traffic congestion on and around the affected highway. Individuals staying in Singapore for more than one year or those with the Permanent Resident status should get a Singaporean driving licence. Foreign nationals involved in an accident are advised to remain at the scene until the police arrives. Driving under the influence of alcohol may be subject to a fine or imprisonment.