Marina Bay New Year countdown: Expect large crowds, road closures and security checks

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: