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Jurong West residents advised to stay indoors as flash flood risk looms
Authorities have cautioned residents in Jurong West to avoid outdoor areas as heavy rainfall sweeps across northern, western and central Singapore. The downpour is expected to persist for approximately one hour during the early afternoon.
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The Public Utilities Board and other relevant agencies issued the advisory on Tuesday as weather systems brought heavy precipitation across multiple zones of Singapore. The warning specifically targeted the Jurong West precinct, where localised flooding poses a significant risk to residents and commuters.
The intense rainfall was forecast to impact the northern, western and central regions from approximately 2.20pm to 3.10pm, with meteorological authorities warning of potentially hazardous conditions during this window. Residents have been urged to exercise caution and remain indoors where possible until the weather system passes through the affected areas.
The advisory comes as part of Singapore's established flood management protocols during periods of heavy precipitation. Authorities have advised the public to monitor weather updates closely and avoid low-lying areas and drainage zones that are prone to water accumulation. Commuters planning to travel during the specified timeframe have been encouraged to defer non-essential journeys.
No major incidents were reported at the time of the advisory. Residents requiring emergency assistance have been urged to contact the relevant authorities through official channels.