SINGAPORE – The Merlion at Merlion Park, closed to undergo repairs, is expected to re-open in two weeks’ time.
Late last month, a lightning strike during a heavy downpour caused a piece from the Merlion structure to fall onto the wave form at its base. Nobody was hurt.
The Singapore Tourism Board (STB), together with professional engineers and appointed contractors, has since assessed the incident’s impact on the Merlion’s structural integrity and the repair works required.
The Merlion has been assessed to be safe and structurally sound.
Immediate repair works will involve re-plastering the affected areas on the Merlion. This is targeted for completion by March 21.
