Industrial Fire at Sungei Kadut: One Hospitalized, 30 Evacuated

INCIDENT OVERVIEW
On January 7, 2026, at approximately 6:40 PM, a fire broke out at an industrial building located at 14 Sungei Kadut Avenue in Singapore. The incident resulted in one individual being taken to hospital for smoke inhalation treatment, while 30 occupants were successfully evacuated from the facility before the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) arrived on scene.

LOCATION AND FACILITY DETAILS
The affected industrial complex houses multiple operations:
• First level: Glass manufacturing facility (Da Di Glass)
• Second level: Aluminium production facility (where the fire originated)
• Third and fourth levels: Dormitory facilities for workers
The building is a four-storey structure, with the production area on the second floor being the location where firefighting efforts were concentrated.

INCIDENT SEQUENCE AND RESPONSE
Upon arrival at 6:40 PM, SCDF officers found an active fire in the production area on the second floor of the building. Firefighters deployed three water jets to contain and suppress the fire within the workshop. The incident was fully extinguished at approximately 8:00 PM, requiring approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes of active firefighting operations.

CASUALTIES AND EVACUATION
• One person: Assessed for smoke inhalation and transported to Singapore General Hospital for treatment
• 30 people: Evacuated from the building prior to SCDF arrival
• Injuries: One person requiring medical attention
• Fatalities: None reported

INVESTIGATION STATUS
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the relevant authorities. Da Di Glass has been contacted by The Straits Times for further information regarding the incident.

ADDITIONAL CONTEXT
This incident represents the second fire occurrence in the Sungei Kadut area within a seven-day period. A previous fire at another industrial building at 8 Sungei Kadut Crescent on January 2, 2026, was extinguished after approximately one hour with no injuries reported. The recurring incidents in this industrial area suggest the need for continued focus on fire prevention and safety protocols.

SAFETY IMPLICATIONS
The incident demonstrates the importance of:
• Prompt emergency response and coordination
• Effective evacuation procedures
• Workplace emergency preparedness
• Regular safety drills and training for industrial workers
• Maintenance of fire suppression equipment and systems