Motorists warned to avoid Bukit Timah roads amid flash flood risk

Motorists traveling in the Bukit Timah vicinity are urged to seek alternative routes as weather conditions have created dangerous flooding hazards on key thoroughfares. The advisory specifically affects Lorong Gambir and Mackenzie Road, where flash flood risks pose a significant threat to vehicle safety.

The recommendation to avoid the affected roads comes as a precautionary measure to prevent accidents and ensure public safety during the period of elevated flood risk. Commuters are advised to check real-time traffic updates and plan alternative routes to minimize delays.

The advisory is expected to be lifted within the hour as conditions improve, though authorities may extend the timeframe depending on weather developments. Motorists are reminded to exercise caution when navigating flood-prone areas and to avoid driving through water accumulations on roadways.