SINGAPORE, Feb. 5 -- The Republic of Singapore Navy has increased monitoring after a crocodile was spotted in waters near Changi Naval Base, prompting safety advisories for people in nearby coastal areas.

According to CNA, the navy said in a Facebook post late on Wednesday that its 9th Flotilla had been alerted to the reptile's presence near the base, adding that the animal was seen briefly before heading back towards the Singapore Strait.

Base teams are now working with relevant authorities to keep watch on the situation.

The sighting comes days after a crocodile was reported in waters off Sentosa, marking the first such incident there.

It remains unclear whether both sightings involved the same animal.

As a precaution, water activi...