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With the opening of the Woodsville Tunnel (WVT), it is timely to refresh yourselves with the guidelines on driving safely in tunnels.
| Do's | Don'ts |
| Plan your route well in advance | Don't overtake |
| Turn on the vehicle headlights | Don't tailgate |
| Turn on the radio | Don't stop your vehicle in tunnel unless during emergency |
| Follow the traffic signs | Don't speed (The speed limit of CTE Tunnel is 80km/hr, KPE Tunnel is 70km/hr, FCT and WVT is 50km/hr) |
| Heavy vehicles to keep left | Don't attempt to change tyre or repair vehicle |
| Stay in lane | Don't drive on road shoulder |
| Insert CashCard in advance for ERP payments | Don't reverse your vehicle |
| Ensure sufficient fuel for travel through the tunnel | Don't refuel vehicle in the tunnel |
| Secure all goods | Avoid cutting across lane |
Restrictions and Prohibitions in the Tunnel
- No pedestrians
- No bicycles, tricycles or trishaws
- No vehicles carrying hazardous materials such as petrol tankers, LPG etc
- No vehicles higher than 4.5m
- No vehicles wider than 2.6m
- No vehicles longer than 13m
- No motorcycles with side cars attached, invalid carriages, three-wheeled vans, trailers with containers, concrete trucks, cranes, excavators, road pavers, tractors, dumpers, wheel loaders, bulldozers, graders, mobile concrete pumps or hydrant dispensers
Why 70km/h Speed Limit in KPE Tunnel?
The road design parameters of KPE include bends and given the extended length of the tunnel, it is important for motorists to drive safely.
Speeding is a major cause of accidents and accidents in a tunnel environment can potentially be catastrophic. In a road tunnel, accidents leading to congestion could result in accumulation of poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide in an enclosed environment. The situation can be made worse especially in the event of a fire, and this would not be desirable.
It is thus important to keep the speed limit of 70km/h in the KPE tunnel section to minimize the risk of accidents. For the open expressway section of KPE, the speed limit is 80km/h.
Offenders found exceeding the speed limits will be given demerit points ranging from 4 to 24 points. Those who exceed the speed limit by up to 40km/h may be offered composition, with amounts ranging from $130 to $200. Those who exceed by more than 40km/h will be prosecuted in court.
Speeding is a major cause of accidents and accidents in a tunnel environment can potentially be catastrophic. In a road tunnel, accidents leading to congestion could result in accumulation of poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide in an enclosed environment. The situation can be made worse especially in the event of a fire, and this would not be desirable.
It is thus important to keep the speed limit of 70km/h in the KPE tunnel section to minimize the risk of accidents. For the open expressway section of KPE, the speed limit is 80km/h.
Offenders found exceeding the speed limits will be given demerit points ranging from 4 to 24 points. Those who exceed the speed limit by up to 40km/h may be offered composition, with amounts ranging from $130 to $200. Those who exceed by more than 40km/h will be prosecuted in court.
Traffic Signs for the Fort Canning Tunnel
As motorists approach the tunnel, there are three Variable Message Signboards located along Armenian Street, Hill Street and at the junction of Stamford Road / Armenian Street advising them of the traffic conditions or any incident in the tunnel.
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Traffic Signs for the Woodsville Tunnel
Similar signboards for the Woodsville Tunnel are provided at Upper Serangoon Road, Serangoon Road and Macpherson Road.
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Safety in the Tunnels
Inside the tunnel, there are lane use signs to advise motorists of lane availability.
Please adhere to these lane use signs while driving in any of the road tunnels.
Please adhere to these lane use signs while driving in any of the road tunnels.
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In the event of:
Vehicle Breakdown
- Switch on the hazard lights
- Move your vehicle quickly to the road shoulder
- Place the breakdown sign (a red equilateral triangle) 60m behind your vehicle
- Open the trunk and hood to alert other drivers
- Stay some distance away in front of your vehicle, or get on to the raised platform at the side
- Do not allow passengers to stay in/ stand behind your vehicle
- Use the nearest SOS telephone to get help from the Operations Control Centre (OCC) or dial 1800-CALL LTA (1800-2255 582) for assistance
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Accident
- If there is no injury, motorists are advised to drive out of the tunnel. Motorists are advised to discuss all details relating to the accident at a safe location away from the tunnel eg. public car park
- If there is an injury, or if your vehicle cannot move, use the nearest Emergency (SOS) Phone to get help from the LTA Control Centre
- Alternatively, motorists can dial 1800-CALL LTA (1800-2255582) or 995/ 999 for assistance
Vehicle Fire
If you notice smoke coming out of your vehicle:
If you notice smoke coming out of your vehicle:
- Use the manual call point to sound an alarm and wait for help
- Use the portable fire extinguisher inside the fire service cabinet
- Alternatively, motorists can dial 1800-CALL LTA (1800-2255582) for assistance
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Emergency in Tunnel e.g. Fire
If you are in the tunnel:
Escape route:
If you are in the tunnel:
- Listen to any of the local radio channels for LTA emergency announcements and instructions
- Look out for the lane use signs
- Do not proceed further if all red crosses in the lane use signs are lit up
- If you cannot proceed, do not attempt to reverse your vehicle; turn off your engine and leave your vehicle. Proceed to the nearest exit or escape route to leave the tunnel immediately
- Do not be alarmed if the deluge system is activated (Woodsville Tunnel only)
Escape route:
- WVT/FCT - head for the tunnel entrance or exit, whichever is safer
- CTE/KPE - head for the escape staircase and cross passage doors within tunnels
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If you are approaching the tunnel:
- Do not enter the tunnel
- Look out for the messages displayed on the Variable Message Signboards
- Use an alternative road to reach your destination
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Major Obstructions
- Do not proceed further if all red crosses on the lane use signs are lit up
- Listen to any of the local radio channels for LTA emergency announcements and instructions
- Motorcyclists are advised to check with other vehicle car owners in the tunnel for LTA emergency announcements and instructions.
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Related Information
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KPE Tunnel Safety Information [478 Kb] |
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KPE Entrance/Exit Routes [141 Kb] |
Last Updated: 1 February 2012