A fire broke out at a Housing and Development Board (HDB) block in Choa Chu Kang on Sunday afternoon (31 May), resulting in four people being taken to hospital for smoke inhalation.
According to the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), firefighters were alerted to the blaze at Block 439 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4 at around 1.20pm.
When emergency responders arrived at the scene, they found the living room of a unit on the 14th floor engulfed in flames.
SCDF officers quickly deployed two water jets to contain and extinguish the fire before it could spread further to neighbouring units.
Although the blaze was brought under control, the affected flat reportedly suffered extensive heat and smoke damage throughout the unit.
Four People Sent To Singapore General Hospital
Following the incident, four people from the block were assessed by an SCDF paramedic for smoke inhalation.
They were subsequently conveyed to Singapore General Hospital for further medical treatment.
The severity of their conditions has not been disclosed.
Photos released by SCDF showed firefighters working inside the heavily damaged unit, with soot and burn marks visible across parts of the home.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
SCDF Reminds Public About Common Causes Of Residential Fires
In its statement, SCDF reminded residents that unattended cooking, electrical faults, and unattended lighted materials continue to be the top causes of residential fires in Singapore.
Residents were advised not to leave cooking unattended and to avoid leaving open flames such as candles, incense, and cigarettes burning without supervision.
SCDF also warned against overloading electrical sockets and recommended that residents avoid charging electronic devices overnight for prolonged periods.
The public was further reminded to ensure lighted materials are completely extinguished before disposal to reduce the risk of accidental fires.
Residential fires remain a serious concern in Singapore, especially in high-rise HDB estates where smoke can spread rapidly through corridors and shared spaces.