Heavy traffic at Woodlands Checkpoint on Oct 31 due to tailback from Malaysia: ICA

Travellers heading across the Causeway for a weekend getaway, take note.

There is currently heavy departure traffic at Woodlands Checkpoint due to tailback from Malaysia, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said in a social media post at 10.44am.

Checks on the Land Transport Authority's traffic cameras at 12pm show traffic congestion along the Causeway, extending to Woodlands Crossing.

Heavy traffic was also seen along Woodlands Flyover at Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) towards Woodlands Checkpoint.

Motorists should expect delays and are advised to check traffic conditions before embarking on their journeys.

They are also reminded to abide by traffic laws and comply with ICA officers' instructions at Singapore's land checkpoints.

During the September school holidays, a total of 27 motorists were caught for various traffic offences at Woodlands Checkpoint. 

Of these, 16 individuals were referred to the Traffic Police for further action.

According to ICA, offences committed at the departure lanes included crossing double white lines, making illegal right turns, stopping in positions likely to cause danger, obstruction or undue inconvenience, and queue-cutting.

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