Changi Airport Terminal 3 will
be used for a multi-agency counter-terrorism exercise between 1am
and 3am on Tuesday (Oct 17).
The agencies involved include
the Singapore Police Force, Changi Airport Group, Civil Aviation
Authority of Singapore, Singapore Armed Forces, Singapore Civil
Defence Force, and the Ministry of Health.
In a press release on Sunday,
the Police said blanks and pyrotechnics will be used at various
locations of the terminal during the exercise, adding that members
of the public should not to be alarmed.
“This exercise is part of
ongoing SPF-led efforts to test and validate a multi-agency
response to possible terror attacks in Singapore,” said the
Police.
“The exercise also allows SPF
(Singapore Police Force) to enhance coordination with partner
agencies and stakeholders in the aviation sector. While SPF and
agencies work closely to prevent, deter and respond to any terror
attacks, continued vigilance and preparedness on the part of the
community is important as they also play a key part in the response
to such attacks.”
Before the exercise commences,
announcements will be made through the terminal’s public address
system. ‘Exercise-In-Progress’ signs will also be placed at the
venues to alert passers-by. The venues will also be cordoned
up.
Members of the public may call
the Police Hotline at 1800-255-0000 if they have further
queries.
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