Baby Born in a Car: A Singapore Expressway’s Unexpected Check‑In
What Happened?
Picture this: a sudden collision on the Central Expressway (CTE) turns the roads into a bottleneck, and in the chaos a pregnant woman ends up giving birth right inside her vehicle.
Behind the Chaos
- Two vehicles – a car and a container lorry – collide near the Ayer Rajah Expressway.
- Both smashed into the central divider on one lane, while the lorry flipped onto the other lane.
- Except for one usable lane, traffic jammed for at least two hours.
Who Was Involved?
- 44‑year‑old expectant mother: “The baby couldn’t wait,” she said. She had to deliver on the spot.
- Her husband: “I was running to the police, screaming that my wife just gave birth!”
- Drivers of the cars: 34‑year‑old lorry driver and a 38‑year‑old passenger sustained injuries.
Rescue and Medical Response
- An SCDF ambulance rushed the mother and newborn to KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
- Injured drivers were transported to Singapore General Hospital, still conscious.
- Police are currently looking into the accident’s details.
Why It’s So Memorable
While most deliveries happen in hospitals, this one turned a traffic jam into a three‑hour miracle. It’s a story that’s oddly uplifting, yet it reminds us that sometimes life adds a little drama when you least expect it.
