Some 150 people were evacuated from a condominium in Choa Chu Kang in the early morning of April 9 following a fire.
Choa Chu Kang Condominium Fire
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) responded to a fire at Block 52 Choa Chu Kang North 6, identified as Yew Mei Green condominium, at approximately 4:50 a.m.
The fire was contained to the contents of a bedroom on the third floor and extinguished using a water jet and compressed air foam trolley, according to SCDF.
Authorities believe the fire originated from an electrical fault within the affected bedroom.
Two people were assessed for smoke inhalation at the scene but declined hospital treatment. As a precaution, SCDF and the police evacuated about 150 residents from the block.
- Do not overload electrical outlets with appliances.
- Switch off appliances when not in use.
- Regularly check electrical wires for damage and replace or repair frayed wires or cracked cords immediately.
- Avoid running wires under carpets or mats, and keep them away from hot surfaces.
- Use only appliances and electrical plugs bearing the Safety Mark; information can be found at www.consumerproductsafety.gov.sg.
- Do not leave batteries or devices charging unattended for extended periods, or overnight.
SCDF’s annual statistics report, released on Feb. 11, indicated 2,050 fires occurred in 2025 – a 3 percent increase from 2024 – with 1,051 occurring in residential buildings. Unattended cooking and electrical fires were the leading causes of home fires.
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