A traffic disruption lasting over two hours occurred on the morning of March 21, 2025, along Balestier Road after a trailer truck lost its cargo—a massive silo tank—at the junction of Kim Keat Road and Balestier Road.
The accident, which happened at around 9am, resulted in two out of three lanes being closed towards Thomson Road, causing heavy congestion. The situation was eventually managed by the Traffic Police, who worked to control the jam while a crane was dispatched to remove the detached tank and the trailer truck.
Incident Details
According to the truck driver, the silo tank detached as he was navigating a turn. When responders arrived at the scene, it was observed that two of the three securing belts had snapped, leaving one end of the tank resting on the pavement.
Despite the severity of the incident, no injuries were reported. Authorities confirmed that the 31-year-old prime mover driver is currently assisting with investigations.
By around 11.15am, a crane was deployed to lift the detached tank and clear the road, allowing traffic to resume smoothly.
Impact on Traffic
Due to the accident, traffic was severely affected along Balestier Road, with congestion spilling over into surrounding areas. Motorists faced significant delays, as two of the three lanes remained closed while efforts were made to resolve the situation.
The incident highlights the potential dangers of transporting heavy cargo and raises questions about the safety measures in place for securing such loads. Authorities are expected to conduct further investigations to determine the exact cause of the accident and whether proper safety protocols were followed.
While the situation has been resolved, commuters were reminded to exercise caution and patience during such unexpected road incidents.
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