The Eid Eid Market in Geylang was on Wednesday (February 26) and is expected to attract a large crowd. The police reminded the public to remain vigilant, beware of crimes and abide by traffic rules. At the same time, it is strictly forbidden to burn and set off explosives made of fireworks.

Geylang Sina Eid Market opens from Wednesday to 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. every day; the last day of March 30 will be extended to 6 a.m. the next day.

Singapore Police Force issued a statement on Thursday (27th) reminding the public that they go there must keep their personal property in order to prevent crimes, especially in a crowded place. The public should keep their handbags closed and hang them in front of them, avoid placing their wallets in the back, and be alert to the surroundings, and pay attention to suspicious people or activities.

Traffic around Changi Road and Shenshi Road is expected to be busy, so drivers should try to divert and drive carefully. The auxiliary police will direct traffic on the affected sections of the road and provide assistance. Police will also take law enforcement actions against parking violations.

The police also reminded the public to be cautious about e-commerce and car rental fraud cases. Fraud gangs may use attractive commodity transactions or car rental offers as bait to defraud victims of payment, and there is no news after taking the money.

Further reading

Geylang Sina Eid Festival lights are on Prime Minister Huang attended to celebrate with thousands of people

Geylang Sina Eid Festival lights are on Prime Minister Huang attended to celebrate with thousands of people

Ramadan Markets are opening one after another to welcome crowds of food stalls to adjust prices due to cost inflation

Ramadan Markets are opening one after another to welcome crowds of food stalls to adjust prices due to cost inflation

Abuse of firework sticks to cause fire will be dealt with severely, such as combining multiple firework sticks to set them off. These homemade explosives can cause fire, causing unnecessary danger and panic.

Under Section 284 of the Penal Code, a person who abuses a firework stick may be deemed to be reckless or negligent use of dangerous or harmful substances. If it may cause harm or life-threatening to others, once convicted, you may face up to one year in prison, or a fine of up to RMB 5,000, or both. If you hurt someone, if you are convicted, you may face up to three years in prison, a fine, or both.