SAF to conduct live-firing and military exercises from December 23

The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live-firing/demolition activities will be conducted from Monday, 23 December 2024 to Monday, 30 December 2024 with the necessary safety and control measures in place. Some loud noises may be expected, said an official news release.

Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Heng Chee How interacting with soldiers from 23rd Battalion, Singapore Artillery at Exercise Daring Warrior 2024 (XDW 24). Photo courtesy: www.mindef.gov.sg
Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Heng Chee How interacting with soldiers from 23rd Battalion, Singapore Artillery at Exercise Daring Warrior 2024 (XDW 24). Photo courtesy: www.mindef.gov.sg

The islands of Pulau Sudong, Pulau Senang, and Pulau Pawai, and their surrounding waters are proclaimed live-firing areas.

“The public is advised not to be alarmed, and to keep clear of these islands, areas and their surrounding waters. The public is also advised to stay clear of the prohibited waters off Changi Naval Base and Tuas Naval Base,” the release noted.

Live-firing exercises

The SAF will conduct live-firing exercises in the Pasir Laba (SAFTI) Live-Firing Area from the aforementioned date.

Sea vessels and crafts sailing through the Western Johor Straits during this period are to keep within the 75m Navigable Sea Lane and not to stray into the Live-Firing Boundary. Live ammunition and flares will be used.

Military exercises

The SAF will conduct military exercises in Seletar, Marsiling, Jalan Bahar, Neo Tiew, Lim Chu Kang, Jalan Kwok Min, Tuas, Upper Jurong, Hong Kah, Ama Keng, Pasir Ris, Bedok, Kranji, Lentor, Simpang, Sembawang, and Mandai during the aforementioned period. Blanks and thunderflashes will be used.

No trespassing allowed

Trespassing into SAF restricted areas constitutes an offence and it is punishable by law. The public is advised to keep clear of SAF exercise and live-firing areas.