Fire at Chai Chee HDB flat leads to evacuation of 35 residents
A fire at a Housing Board block in Chai Chee prompted the evacuation of 35 residents as a precaution. The blaze caused heat and soot damage to two units above the lift lobby. Seven individuals received medical attention but declined hospitalization.
Seven people received medical attention after a fire erupted at the 13th floor lift lobby of a Housing Board block in Chai Chee on July 13. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) reported that the fire, involving household items, was extinguished by firefighters using one water jet. Two units above the lobby suffered heat and soot damage, leading to the evacuation of 35 residents as a precautionary measure.
The individuals treated at the scene declined hospitalization. The cause of the fire, which disrupted power supply to the block, is currently under investigation. SCDF emphasized the importance of keeping common areas clutter-free to prevent fire hazards and ensure swift emergency response.
According to the source: The Straits Times.
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