Marine Parade

When Pipes Burst, Marine Parade Turns Into a Splash Zone!

Who needs a swimming pool when you have Marine Parade? Find out how a construction mishap turned a quiet street into a flood zone!

SINGAPORE: A splash of excitement occurred in Marine Parade on Friday (Oct 4) when an underground water pipe decided to burst right in the middle of a typical workday. The situation unfolded as a crew from Pal-Link Construction was working on a lift shaft—they certainly didn't plan to turn the area into a mini water park! Residents and motorists found themselves wading through ankle-deep water as the pipe gushed, creating unexpected chaos on Still Road South and Marine Drive.

Several workers were quickly on the scene, decked out in helmets and armed with buckets, doing their best to scoop away the rapidly accumulating water, mud, and debris. It was like watching a live action version of "Bucket Brigade vs. Water Geyser," but the stakes were higher as some goods were reported damaged due to the flooding. Talk about an unintended swimming lesson in flood control!

As the excitement continued, Dr. Tan, a local authority, reassured everyone that safety measures were being taken. The damaged pipe has been isolated, and repairs are swiftly underway, with local residents experiencing no disruption in water supply—a small merciful win amid the flood chaos. The construction crew must have a newfound respect for underground waters; they’ll probably carry floaties to work from now on!

For those interested in water-related trivia, did you know that Singapore's managed to achieve one of the cleanest tap waters in the world? Or that the country uses an advanced underground drainage system to minimize flooding during heavy rains? While this particular mishap may have soaked Marine Parade, it’s also a testament to the resilience and efficiency of our local authorities who quickly jumped into action.