01 Sep 2019 | 07:46 PM UTC
Singapore: Formula 1 race in central Singapore September 18-24
Road closures in central Singapore due to Formula 1 race between September 18-24; heightened security presence and transportation disruptions expected
Event
The 2019 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix is scheduled to take place between Wednesday, September 18, and Tuesday, September 24. Transport authorities have said that several roads in the Marina Centre and Padang area will close from 00:01 (local time) on Wednesday. All roads will be fully accessible by 05:30 on the following Tuesday. The authorities have also extended MRT and bus services during the race on Friday, September 20, through Sunday, September 22. Traffic wardens are expected to deploy in the surrounding areas during the road closures to manage traffic flow.
Further details on road closures, parking prohibitions, and pedestrian restrictions can be found here.
Advice
Individuals traveling in Singapore during the aforementioned period are advised to plan alternative travel routes and expect increased security and traffic congestion.
