SINGAPORE: If you’re thinking about ringing in the new year at Marina Bay, be prepared for security checks, as well as crowd and traffic control measures.
Large crowds are expected in the area, where the televised countdown party will be held at The Promontory.
Members of the public are encouraged to check the crowd situation online using the Crowd@MarinaBay platform before heading down for the festivities. The platform will also provide information on area closures and the available transport nodes nearby.
To prevent overcrowding, police officers and auxiliary police officers will regulate the number of people entering The Promontory, One Fullerton/Merlion Park, Esplanade Park, Esplanade Waterfront Promenade, Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Promenade, as well as other areas within the vicinity of Marina Bay.
“When the capacities of these areas reach the planned safety thresholds, these areas will be closed to ensure the safety of members of the public,” the police said earlier this week.
A map of the potential area closures in Marina Bay on Dec 31, 2023. (Image: Singapore Police Force)
Certain entrances and exits of MRT stations around Marina Bay will be closed to regulate crowd flow. If there is overcrowding, trains may skip the affected stations.
After the countdown event, there will be designated routes out of the Marina Bay area.
People may be directed to another MRT station to avoid overcrowding at certain stations.
“We seek your understanding to head to these less-crowded MRT stations and use the inter-connected MRT networks to get to your intended destination,” the police said.
“Members of the public are advised to be patient and cooperate with security personnel.”
Bag checks may be conducted by security personnel.
The police also advised revellers to stay close to their friends, avoid carrying large amounts of cash or wear excessive jewellery and avoid contact with unruly crowds.
People should also ensure their bag is closed at all times and slung in front of them. Wallets should not be put in their back pockets.
As several roads will be closed to vehicular traffic, members of the public are advised to take public transport to the Marina Bay area.
“Parking at peripheral roads and stopping of vehicles along ECP (Benjamin Sheares Bridge) to watch the fireworks are strictly prohibited,” the police said.
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Large crowds are expected in the area, where the televised countdown party will be held at The Promontory.
Members of the public are encouraged to check the crowd situation online using the Crowd@MarinaBay platform before heading down for the festivities. The platform will also provide information on area closures and the available transport nodes nearby.
To prevent overcrowding, police officers and auxiliary police officers will regulate the number of people entering The Promontory, One Fullerton/Merlion Park, Esplanade Park, Esplanade Waterfront Promenade, Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Promenade, as well as other areas within the vicinity of Marina Bay.
“When the capacities of these areas reach the planned safety thresholds, these areas will be closed to ensure the safety of members of the public,” the police said earlier this week.
A map of the potential area closures in Marina Bay on Dec 31, 2023. (Image: Singapore Police Force)
CROWD CONTROL AT MRT STATIONS
Certain entrances and exits of MRT stations around Marina Bay will be closed to regulate crowd flow. If there is overcrowding, trains may skip the affected stations.
After the countdown event, there will be designated routes out of the Marina Bay area.
People may be directed to another MRT station to avoid overcrowding at certain stations.
“We seek your understanding to head to these less-crowded MRT stations and use the inter-connected MRT networks to get to your intended destination,” the police said.
“Members of the public are advised to be patient and cooperate with security personnel.”
SECURITY CHECKS, ROAD CLOSURES
Bag checks may be conducted by security personnel.
The police also advised revellers to stay close to their friends, avoid carrying large amounts of cash or wear excessive jewellery and avoid contact with unruly crowds.
People should also ensure their bag is closed at all times and slung in front of them. Wallets should not be put in their back pockets.
As several roads will be closed to vehicular traffic, members of the public are advised to take public transport to the Marina Bay area.
“Parking at peripheral roads and stopping of vehicles along ECP (Benjamin Sheares Bridge) to watch the fireworks are strictly prohibited,” the police said.
If you prefer to welcome 2024 in the heartlands, there will be fireworks at seven locations. Here's where you can catch the displays:
If you would like to send in information, photos or videos about something newsworthy, submit your news tips on CNA Eyewitness or on WhatsApp.
Continue reading...