In the early hours of Tuesday morning (26th February), a bus reportedly collided into a railing near the Tuas Checkpoint, killing one and injuring 16 others, according to Channel NewsAsia.
A 35-year-old woman was reportedly found dead at the scene while the 16 victims who sustained injuries were taken to Ng Teng Fong General Hospital and National University Hospital in Singapore.
Source: Straits Times
Source: Yahoo Singapore | Twitter
Source: Channel NewsAsia
In a Facebook post by the Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA), the heavy vehicle lane was closed while police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) authorities were currently at the scene. Meanwhile, buses and lorries at the checkpoint were being diverted back to Malaysia, causing traffic to build up even more.
Motorists were also advised to alternatively use the Woodlands Checkpoint for arrival and departure.
[26 Feb, 6.05am] A traffic accident involving a bus had occurred at Tuas Checkpoint and is blocking the heavy vehicle…
Posted by Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on Monday, February 25, 2019
As of 10am this morning, the lane has since been reopened but there is still heavy arrival traffic due to the morning rush hour. Motorists have been advised to check One Motoring’s website before beginning their drive.
[26 Feb, 10.00am] The heavy vehicle lane at Tuas Checkpoint is now opened for arriving buses and lorries. Arrival…
Posted by Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on Monday, February 25, 2019
So, if you’re heading into Singapore for work, be sure to find an alternative route and expect some delays!
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