World · Singapore Bureau
Fire at Lorong Lew Lian sends four to hospital, evacuates 30
A fire at a residential unit in Lorong Lew Lian resulted in four people being hospitalised, including one person found unconscious. About 30 residents were evacuated from the building as a precaution.
LSN Singapore ·
Emergency responders attended to a fire that broke out at a unit in Lorong Lew Lian, leading to the hospitalisation of four individuals. One of those taken to hospital was found unconscious at the scene.
Fire and civil defence personnel evacuated approximately 30 residents from the building as a safety measure following the incident. The evacuation was conducted to ensure the wellbeing of occupants and allow emergency services to contain and extinguish the blaze.
The four individuals hospitalised received medical attention for injuries sustained in the fire. Investigations into the cause of the fire are understood to be ongoing.
The incident underscores the importance of fire safety measures in residential buildings across the island. Residents are reminded to maintain clear fire exits, ensure working smoke alarms, and familiarise themselves with evacuation procedures.