Flaming Flock: A Nursery Blaze Leaves Birds in Ashes
On the evening of July 20, a blaze erupted in a nursery at No. 50 Choa Chu Kang Track 14. The fire, which burned out around 7:35 pm, left a trail of burnt potted plants and, heartbreakingly, several dead caged birds.
What We Know So Far
- Location: No. 50 Choa Chu Kang Track 14
- Time: Fire reported at 7:35 pm; extinguished by 9:00 pm
- Scope: Roughly 20 m × 20 m, packed with rows of potted plants
- Response: Five powerful water jets used by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
- Fatalities: Several caged birds found dead; no human injuries reported
- Cause: Under investigation
SCDF’s Quick‑Strike Mission
When the SCDF was alerted, they mobilised a crack team. The firefighters unleashed five hefty water jets that doused the flames in about an hour and a half. Their swift action prevented the fire from turning into a full‑scale inferno.
Victims of the Fire
As tragic as it is, the damage was primarily to the feathered occupants. Several birds, confined in cages, were found lifeless near the smoldering pots. Thankfully, the incident spared any human casualties.
Next Steps
The SCDF is still piecing together the puzzle to determine what sparked the blaze. The community watches closely, hoping to understand how such an event can be avoided in the future.
For more updates, stay tuned. And remember: keep those plant pots far from open flames—especially when you’re not around to turn off the stove!
