Singapore Civil Defence Force

[Rescue 995 — Together, As One United People: SCDF at the National Day Parade 2024]

As our nation celebrated its 59th birthday on 9th August 2024, Rescue 995 is pleased to share a recap of SCDF’s participation in the National Day Parade. Apart from the SCDF and NCDCC marching contingents, SCDF officers were also involved in the spectacular Total Defence 40 Dynamic Defence Display.

Experience the jubilation and pride of our officers on Singapore’s most important day! [A 5-minute read]

Together, As One United People: SCDF at the National Day Parade 2024 As our nation celebrated its 59th birthday on 9th August 2024, Rescue995 is pleased to share a recap of SCDF’s participation in the National Day Parade (NDP) 2024.

[National Day 🇸🇬 celebration in the heartlands 🏠]

As part of this year’s National Day, celebrations were held at five heartland locations across Singapore yesterday.

Visitors were able to see SCDF vehicles up close, such as the Red Rhino and Fire Bike. They also interacted with our frontliners, who explained more about SCDF’s emergency response capabilities.

Thank you to everyone who came down to the celebration in the heartlands!

[National Day Light-Up 2024 @ Central Fire Station ✨]

Central Fire Station, together with 4 other national monuments and cultural institutions, will be illuminated in red and white as part of the National Day Light-Up by the National Heritage Board 🇸🇬

Gazetted as a national monument on 18 December 1998 and placed as part of the Civic District Heritage Trail, Central Fire Station is the oldest existing fire station in Singapore - opened in 1909.

Happening every night until 7 Sep, from 7:30pm to 11pm, head on down to Bras Basah and Bugis precinct to catch the light-up 👋

[National Day 2024]

As part of Singapore's 59th birthday celebration at The Padang, SCDF frontliners were on standby behind the scenes, ready to respond to any emergency situation.

Earlier this afternoon, COMR Eric Yap, Commissioner SCDF met up with our officers ahead of the nation's celebration, to thank them for their hard work in preparing for this special day.

Our frontliners 🚒🚑 will always be ready to carry out our Life Saving mission for this little red dot we call home 🇸🇬

[National Day 2024 - Dynamic Defence Display 🚒🚑]

Here's a sneak peek of the Dynamic Defence Display at The Padang tomorrow!

As part of 40 years of Total Defence, this year’s National Day Parade will showcase Singapore's emergency response capabilities during simulated threats and disruptions.

Swipe through the photos to check out some of SCDF's emergency response capabilities that will be participating in this segment of !

[National Day 2024 - Marching Contingent 🫡]

In preparation for the upcoming National Day Parade at The Padang, our SCDF marching contingent has been rehearsing hard and practising their foot drills since April!

The contingent members and trainers include SCDF personnel across HQ SCDF, Civil Defence Academy, and SCDF’s Marine and Land Divisions.

Catch them this Friday at , and look out for the different movements and formations as we commemorate 40 years of Total Defence too! 🇸🇬

[Clarification regarding SCDF's response to Food Poisoning Incident @ 1, Raffles Quay]

In response to forum letters published in The Straits Times regarding the food poisoning incident at 1, Raffles Quay on 30th July, we have issued a reply to provide clarification on our emergency response for the incident. In particular, we have clarified that SCDF had dispatched 12 ambulances instead of 17 ambulances, as earlier reported.

See SCDF's reply to the forum letters at the following link:

Forum: SCDF’s response to food poisoning incident a considered one We refer to the letters regarding the food poisoning incident at One Raffles Quay (Sending 17 ambulances stretches emergency services thin, and SCDF’s fast response and contingency resources on full display, both on Aug 1). Read more at straitstimes.com.

[Home Team National Day Observance Ceremony 2024]

Last Friday (2 Aug), the Home Team National Day Observance Ceremony was held at the Home Team Academy. Organised annually, the ceremony recognises and celebrates the exemplary work by fellow Home Team officers, volunteers, partners and members of the public.

Gracing the event was Mrs Josephine Teo, Minister for Digital Development and Information, and Second Minister for Home Affairs. In her National Day speech, she reaffirmed the Home Team’s commitment and contributions in keeping Singapore safe and secure.

10 SCDF officers were commended for their accomplishments in their respective areas of work. Several Community First Responders and members of public who rendered assistance to those in need were also awarded with the Public Spiritedness Award.

Congratulations to all award winners! 🎉

[Stay Fire Safe this Seventh Month]

As the Lunar Seventh Month or Hungry Ghost Festival approaches, religious activities such as burning of incense paper and joss sticks are expected to increase.

Do stay fire safe during this period by observing the following fire safety tips.

Remember, fire safety is our collective responsibility!

[Fire @ Block 612, Ang Mo Kio Avenue 4]

Earlier this morning at 1:55am, SCDF was alerted to the fire at the abovementioned location.

Firefighters from Ang Mo Kio Fire Station, supported by Bishan Fire Station, entered the smoke-filled unit on the 11th floor to fight the fire.

The fire, which involved a bedroom, was extinguished with a water jet. As a result of the fire, the rest of the unit sustained heat and soot damage.

5 persons from the affected unit had evacuated prior to SCDF’s arrival. SCDF conveyed two persons to Singapore General Hospital and two persons to KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital for smoke inhalation. Another person declined to be sent to hospital.

About 30 residents from the block were evacuated by the Police and SCDF as a precautionary measure.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the cause of the fire is of electrical origin, likely from an electrical socket in the bedroom.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

SCDF would like to remind the public on good practices to prevent electrical fires from occurring:

a) Do not overload electrical sockets with electrical appliances;

b) Switch off electrical appliances when not in use;

c) Check for frayed wires or cracked cords. If observed, the electrical appliance should be repaired or replaced. Do not use faulty appliances;

d) Do not run wires under carpets or mats and keep wires away from hot surfaces;

e) Use appliances and electrical plugs bearing the Safety Mark. The categories of appliances can be found at http://www.consumerproductsafety.gov.sg

[National Day 2024 - Marching Contingent]

Hear from officers of the SCDF marching contingent as they share their experiences in being part of this year’s National Day Parade! 🇸🇬

[Fire @ 37, Lor 20 Geylang; three persons rescued]

Earlier this morning at 3:30am, firefighters from Kallang Fire Station, Paya Lebar Fire Station, and Central Fire Station responded to a fire at the abovementioned location.

Upon arrival, the fire was raging inside a unit on the fifth floor. Two persons were seen standing precariously on the window ledge of the affected unit and shouting for help.

SCDF firefighters immediately deployed a Combined Platform Ladder and rescued the two persons.

While fighting the fire inside the unit, firefighters found another person in one of the bedrooms and brought the person out to safety. The fire, which involved the living room, was extinguished using a water jet. As a result of the fire, the rest of the unit sustained heat and smoke damage.

Two persons were conveyed to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, and the other person was conveyed to Singapore General Hospital.

During the firefighting operation, a firefighter sustained a minor injury when a piece of false ceiling landed on his neck and shoulder area. He was assessed by a paramedic and conveyed to Tan Tock Seng Hospital as a precautionary measure.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

UPDATE: The firefighter was discharged from the hospital on 30 July and is resting at home. SCDF will continue to check on his well-being.

[Fire @ 11, Kian Teck Road]

Earlier today at about 1:40pm, SCDF was alerted to a fire at the abovementioned location.

Upon arrival, a section of solar panels (measuring about 15 metres by 10 metres) mounted on the zinc roof of a single-storey factory was on fire.

As such rooftop solar panel fires can spread quickly across the rooftop, firefighters immediately used two water jets to contain the fire and prevent it from spreading. The fire was fully extinguished within 20 minutes.

76 staff had evacuated the premises before SCDF's arrival.

There were no reported injuries.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the fire is likely to be of electrical origin from the solar panels.

[Exercise BOCA (NDP 2024)]

Earlier this morning, SCDF conducted Exercise BOCA at The Padang, supported by Ministry of Defence, Singapore (MINDEF), Ministry of Health, Singapore and Singapore Police Force. The exercise, which simulated a chemical agent release, involved about 400 SCDF officers and 42 emergency vehicles.

Exercise BOCA was an opportunity for all participating agencies to validate their joint agency contingency plan for NDP 2024.

Check out the pictures below for some highlights of the exercise!

[Notice of Exercise @ The Padang]

SCDF will be conducting an operational exercise at The Padang on 26 July.

To facilitate the movement and deployment of the emergency vehicles, the following roads will be closed to traffic from 1am to 5am:

1. Parliament Place (between Supreme Court Lane and St Andrew’s Road)
2. St Andrew’s Road (between Parliament Place and Coleman Street)
3. Connaught Drive

The public is advised not to be alarmed. All emergency vehicles participating in this exercise will have their beacon lights switched on. Signages will also be placed around the exercise area to keep members of public informed of the exercise.

[Final Update: Fire @ 21, Seletar West Farmway 1]

At about 2:35am, SCDF was alerted to a fire at the abovementioned location.

The fire involved a single-storey warehouse measuring about 30 metres by 20 metres. The warehouse comprises an office and storage of scaffolding materials.

The fire was extinguished in about two hours with three water jets and an unmanned firefighting machine.

A total of 10 emergency vehicles and about 50 firefighters were deployed to this incident.

There were no reported injuries

SCDF is currently damping down* the affected area.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

*Damping down refers to the application of water to wet burnt surfaces immediately after a fire has been put out. This is to ensure that deep-seated embers are fully extinguished to prevent any rekindling of the fire.

[Update 1: Fire @ 21, Seletar West Farmway 1]

At about 2:35am, SCDF was alerted to a fire at the abovementioned location.

Upon arrival, SCDF immediately deployed its resources to surround and contain the fire which involves a warehouse measuring about 30 metres by 20 metres.

Three water jets and an unmanned firefighting machine are being used in this firefighting operation.

There are no reported injuries.

[Fire @ 21, Seletar West Farmway 1]

SCDF has been alerted to a fire at the abovementioned location.

SCDF is currently at the scene and conducting firefighting operation.

[Notice of Exercise @ The Padang]

SCDF will be conducting an operational exercise tomorrow (17 July) at The Padang. The exercise will begin at 1am and end by 5am.

Several roads will be closed during that time to facilitate the movement and deployment of emergency vehicles. Please see below for the roads affected.

The public is advised not to be alarmed. All emergency vehicles participating in this exercise will have their beacon lights switched on. Signages will be placed around the exercise area to keep members of public informed of the exercise.

𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗖𝗗𝗙 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗦𝗘

In the lead up to the National Day Parade 2024, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) will be conducting operational exercises on 17 and 26 July 2024 at the National Gallery Singapore.

To facilitate the exercises, the following roads will be closed to vehicular traffic on 17 and 26 July 2024 from 1am to 5am:

a. Parliament Place (between Supreme Court Lane and St Andrew’s Road)
b. St Andrew’s Road (between Parliament Place and Coleman Street)
c. Connaught Drive

During the closure, access will only be granted to Police and emergency vehicles. Security officers will be deployed at the affected junctions to assist and/or direct motorists.

To facilitate the conduct of the exercise, cordons will be set up and “Exercise-in-progress” signages will be placed around the exercise areas.

Members of the public may contact the SCDF at 6471 7421 for further enquiries.

[Rescue 995 — Diving into DART’s water rescue capability]

Have you ever thought about how you should react, if you encounter someone struggling in the water?

LTA Muhd Tashirin, a Rescue Rota Commander from SCDF’s Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART) tells Rescue 995 more about DART’s water rescue capability. LTA Tashirin also shares some tips on how we can help victims, without placing ourselves in danger.

Let’s dive in and take a look!

https://www.scdf.gov.sg/rescue995/archive/featured/diving-into-dart's-water-rescue-capability

Video credits: CPL Muhammad Eldrian Anaqi

Diving into DART's water rescue capability Have you ever thought about how you should react, if you ever encounter someone struggling in the water? Lieutenant (LTA) Muhd Tashirin, a Rescue Rota Commander from SCDF's Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART) shares more about DART's water rescue capability and gives some tips on how we can h...

[SCDF Supports Go Green SG 💚]

In support of , the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE) have lined up a week-long programme for MSE Family Go Green Week, starting with the MSE Family Sustainability Fair held at the ENV Building on 8 Jul 2024. Ms Grace Fu, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, was the Guest of Honour at the event.

SCDF officers, together with DC Teong How Hwa, Deputy Commissioner (Strategy and Corporate Services), joined the fair to share about SCDF’s sustainability initiatives. This includes the upcycling of decommissioned fire hoses and personal protective equipment into functional items such as enrichment toys for animals, pouches and card holders.

Here at SCDF, we are committed to making a positive impact towards the sustainability of our environment. Join us in forging a sustainable future for our future generations! Find out more at gogreen.gov.sg

[Fire @ Block 448, Jurong West Street 42]

At about 10:00am today, SCDF was alerted to a fire at the abovementioned location. A person was also reported trapped in one of the bedrooms.

Firefighters from Jurong Fire Station, supported by Bishan Fire Station, responded to this incident.

Upon SCDF's arrival, the living room of a first-floor unit was on fire. While a team of firefighters was fighting the fire in the living room, another team of firefighters used a power saw to cut the window grill at the rear of the unit and rescued the person.

The fire was extinguished with a water jet. As a result of the fire, the rest of the unit sustained heat and soot damages.

About 10 residents from the affected block were evacuated by the Police and SCDF as a precautionary measure.

The person rescued was assessed for smoke inhalation and conveyed to Singapore General Hospital (SGH). Two occupants from a neighbouring unit were also assessed for smoke inhalation and conveyed to SGH.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

[Celebrating the Heroes of SCDF’s Emergency Medical Services]

As a lead-up to International Paramedics Day (8 July), the SCDF Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Appreciation Day was held at selected fire stations on 6 July.

Members of the public got up close and personal with our EMS personnel and toured the fleet of emergency vehicles on display. They also gained hands-on experience in essential lifesaving skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and using an automated external defibrillator.

Let’s continue to express our appreciation 👍 to our dedicated team of EMS frontliners who work tirelessly to save lives round the clock ❤️

[Download the new myResponder app now!]

An upgraded version of the myResponder app was launched earlier this week at the SCDF Workplan 2024.

The myResponder mobile app was first launched in 2015 and enables registered community first responders (CFRs) to locate nearby automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and respond to suspected cardiac arrest incidents before SCDF's arrival.

Jointly developed by SCDF and HTXSG, the upgraded app will allow users to see the location of other responding CFRs, and being able to choose their mode of response (by foot, bicycle, or motor vehicle), allowing the app to adjust the alert it sends out according to the mode of travel.

More functions such as a chat function between CFRs to coordinate their responses, as well as a video-call function with SCDF's Operations Centre will be rolled out by 2025.

The current version of myResponder will cease operations by end August 2024. Existing registered users will need to download the new myResponder app.

Since the launch of the first myResponder mobile app, at least 76 cardiac arrest victims have been saved by CFRs who were alerted through the app. Download the new myResponder app and be part of today!

[Prepared, Even For The Unexpected - SCDF Workplan Seminar 2024]

SCDF's annual Workplan Seminar 2024 was held yesterday (4 July) at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. Assoc Prof Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Minister of State for the Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of National Development graced the event as the Guest of Honour.

As part of our WPS, new initiatives in the areas of Community First Response and Emergency Response were unveiled in line with this year’s WPS theme of “Prepared, Even For The Unexpected”.

These initiatives underscore SCDF’s commitment to developing future-ready operations to enhance the safety and effectiveness of our operational response. As we move towards our Transformation 2030 vision, SCDF also aims to foster a resilient society by connecting SCDF across people, systems, and communities.

Check out some highlights of the exhibits in the following pictures!

[SCDF Workplan Seminar 2024 Key Initiatives]

Several new key initiatives were announced earlier today, as part of SCDF's annual Workplan Seminar.

These include the announcement of the new myResponder app, Traffic Priority System, and an update to the tiered response framework for emergency medical services calls.

Check out the articles below to understand more!

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/scdf-non-emergency-medical-calls-wait-time-ambulance-traffic-signal-myresponder-4456381?cid=internal_sharetool_iphone_04072024_cna

https://str.sg/v5ct

https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/singapore/story20240704-4037052

https://www.zaobao.com.sg/realtime/singapore/story20240704-4037154

https://www.8world.com/singapore/scdf-rolls-out-updated-myresponder-app-2498581

Ambulances to take up to 20 minutes for less urgent cases as SCDF prioritises resources The "slightly longer" response time for such calls will kick in on Jul 31, says the Singapore Civil Defence Force.