Yishun 10 Multiplex: The Great Pipe Splat of March 23
What Went Down: A Pipe Took a Dive
On Saturday evening, 23 March, a little more than half a cup of fate pulled the rug out from under a parking lot at Yishun 10 Multiplex. A pipe, which had been hanging harmlessly up in the ceiling, decided to cloud the night by dropping and spraying water like an accidental fountain.
The Scene
Darren Yong, a 25‑year‑old civil servant who had parked his car to catch a movie at the mall’s cinema, turned back around 6 pm to find a wet carpet and an unexpected water show overhead. A video he sent to The Straits Times captured the moment: sections of the pipe system slid off the ceiling and one clumsy metal sliver landed right on a nearby car.
Key Moments
- Water sprayed from the broken pipe, turning the carpark floor into a slick, slippery spot.
- Darren hurriedly moved his car 10 m away, unsure if the whole parking lot would flood.
- A pipe’s bolt nut gave way, letting the hydraulic mess out.
The Aftermath
Far from a dramatic blockbuster, the incident caused a startling mix of confusion and amusement among shoppers and drivers. Some thought it was an artistic stunt, while others simply ruffled their beers and poured their concerns over the event.
Management Response
Yishun 10 Multiplex’s spokesperson clarified that the building’s management had already investigated the issue and that the problem was fixed by 9:30 pm. The spokesperson expressed regret about the mishap and pledged to do everything possible to help anyone affected.
It’s an incident that reminds us all: sometimes even the servers up in the sky can’t keep their cool, but good management keeps the floor dry.
