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Fire forces evacuation of Pasir Ris HDB block; two hospitalized
A bedroom fire in a Pasir Ris Housing and Development Board flat prompted the evacuation of 20 residents. Two people were taken to hospital following the incident.
LSN Singapore ·
Emergency responders attended to a residential fire in a Pasir Ris HDB unit, where flames broke out in a bedroom and forced nearby residents to leave the block as a precautionary measure.
Two individuals were transported to hospital in connection with the incident, according to emergency services. The remaining 20 evacuees were assessed at the scene and later allowed to return to their homes.
Investigators determined that the fire likely originated from an electrical source within the bedroom, though a full assessment of the cause remains ongoing. The fire was brought under control by emergency personnel, and no structural damage to the building was reported.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force has urged residents to conduct regular checks on electrical appliances and wiring to prevent similar incidents. Residents experiencing electrical faults or hazards are advised to contact qualified electricians or their HDB branch office immediately.