Singapore big wheel reopens after fire

AFP

SINGAPORE (AFP) — The world's biggest observation wheel reopened on Monday after a pre-Christmas fire trapped passengers for hours and led to a one-month shutdown of the attraction.

The Singapore Flyer began turning with its first load of at 50 least passengers at about 11:40 am (0340 GMT).

In a press release, the Flyer said it had obtained, late Sunday, the licence allowing it to operate again.

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