Unexpected Sky‑Line Drama: Workers Hang by Their Vices!
In a twist that would make any action‑movie Director raise an eyebrow, two tradesmen found themselves perching seven floors above the ground—on a precarious gondola that tipped like a drunk ballerina.
What Happened?
- Timeline: Wednesday, March 23, 9:30 am — a seemingly routine job turned into a cliff‑hanger.
- Location: Pasir Ris Drive 10, beside an HDB flat.
- Why: Installing a bird net so migratory birds don’t use the building as a swinging nest.
Survival 101
After the spectacular “bang!” that echoed like a bowling ball dropped on a kitchen floor, the men clung to their safety harness only to see the gondola tilt left‑to‑right. Within seconds, they managed a tense climb over to the nearest stairwell, giving them a shaky but safe exit.
Neighborhood Reactions
- 65‑Year‑Old Resident: “I heard a loud bang and saw the crew stranded on a wobbling gondola.”
- 35‑Year‑Old Resident: “Paint cans started falling as the gondola decided to take a right turn.”
Official Statement
Pasir Ris‑Punggol Town Council spokesperson confirmed the workers were indeed installing a bird‑proof net on the building’s façade. The Ministry of Manpower will look into the incident, said the spokesperson.
Past Close Calls
Just months earlier, two workers in Punggol had a similar brush with fate; stranded on their gondola 16 floors up after a cable snapped. Thankfully, they were rescued by a couple who opened their windows and hauled them home.
Bottom Line
While it’s a relief that everyone is safe, the event serves as a sobering reminder of the high‑reaching risks our weekend commuters and construction crews face. Stay alert, stay safe.
