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New Paper
13 hours ago
- New Paper
Firefighters battling Toa Payoh Lorong 8 blaze
Firefighters are battling a blaze in an HDB flat at Block 229 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh. In a Facebook post on July 29, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the fire at about 1pm. Efforts to put out the fire are ongoing, it added. When The Straits Times arrived at the scene at about 2.20pm, at least 11 firefighters could be seen running in a cordoned-off area where the police were also present, to gather equipment, while crowds had gathered. Thick black smoke could also be seen from three of the affected unit's windows. The damage and smoke had also transferred to the surrounding units, leaving a thick black cast. An older woman could also be seen being ferried out in a wheelchair and being attended to by SCDF paramedics. This is a developing story.
The Star
13 hours ago
- General
- The Star
Three taken to hospital after fire breaks out in Toa Payoh flat
SCDF was alerted to the fire at about 1pm. - SCREENGRAB FROM ST READER, DESMOND FOO SINGAPORE: Three people were taken to hospital after a fire broke out in an HDB flat in Toa Payoh on Tuesday (July 29). The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said in a Facebook post that it was alerted to the fire at Block 229 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh at about 1pm. The fire was raging inside a unit on the 10th floor when firefighters arrived. Three people were assessed for smoke inhalation and burn injuries, and taken to Singapore General Hospital. When The Straits Times arrived at the scene at about 2.20pm, at least 11 firefighters could be seen running in a cordoned-off area where the police were also present, to gather equipment, while crowds had gathered. Thick, black smoke could be seen from three of the affected unit's windows. The damage and smoke had also transferred to the surrounding units, leaving a black cast. Residents who were evacuated said the fire had later spread from the affected unit to the 11th and 12th floors. Bishan-Toa Payoh GRC MP, Saktiandi Supaat, who was at the scene at around 2.45pm, said firefighting efforts are ongoing. Saktiandi said: 'The fire started at the 10th storey. Residents have been evacuated but I'm aware that several residents are still stuck up at the higher floors. SCDF is doing their best to get them down.' An older woman could be seen being ferried out in a wheelchair and being attended to by SCDF paramedics. A resident who wanted to be known only as Rebecca, 83, said she smelt smoke at around 1.30pm when she was about to take a nap. Rebecca, who lives on the second storey of the block with her domestic helper, said: 'I evacuated immediately using the stairs. When I got to the void deck, there was an old woman who was with her daughter. The older woman was holding a dog and crying.' The crying woman told firefighters that she was struggling to breathe and she was later attended to by paramedics, added Rebecca, who has lived in the block for 30 years. - The Straits Times/ANN
Time Out
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
EG Coffee: Quiet pet-friendly café in Queenstown with a wide selection of drinks
Queenstown is a sorely underrated neighbourhood in terms of cafés. Just within a one-kilometre radius, you'll chance upon unassuming joints underneath HDB blocks or nestled in industrial buildings – places like Kyuukei, Rookie's, Cupo Coffee, Alchemist The Mill, Creamie Sippies, Tiong Hoe, and more. Add one to the list: EG Coffee is a new café located below the apartment complex Alexis, which is an eight-minute walk from Queenstown MRT. The setup is simple – white and light-wood tones with four small tables indoors, and foldable camping chairs outdoors, where pets are welcome. The interiors are peppered with quirky knick-knacks, including a mini Sudoku corner where you can have a go at a puzzle while waiting. A friendly couple, Esther and Gavin (after whom the café is named), run the place. We pop by before lunchtime on a Sunday and the café is still relatively quiet. For a small neighbourhood café, EG Coffee offers a surprisingly extensive drinks menu. It's got the usual roster of espresso-based drinks (a latte starts at $6.50, which is not the cheapest), filter coffee (from $9) and cold brews ($9). The proprietary Icons Blend is a medium-to-dark roast Guatemala and Uganda blend which is smooth and chocolatey with hints of caramel. You can also opt for Geisha and Yirgacheffe beans at a top-up, or ask the barista for the origin of the day. There are also interesting options like the dried orange latte ($6.90), mint coconut latte ($7.90), black sesame latte ($6.50), osmanthus latte ($6.90), as well as strawberry matcha ($9.50) and hojicha ($7.90). The black sesame latte ($7.50) is one of the most ordered items here, with a thick, velvety consistency, and a toasty, slightly savoury flavour. To beat the heat, EG also has refreshing soda-based coolers like the Strawberry Bliss ($6.50), Apple Tree ($7.50), Orange Sea ($7.50) and yuzu matcha ($8.90), as well as iced teas (from $5.90) on the menu. Get breakfast or brunch sorted with a varied selection of pastries, bagels, sandwiches and even acai bowls ($12.90). There's the classic hearty chicken sando ($9.90) or stuffed croissant sandwiches ($12.90), as well as savouries like curry chicken puffs and black pepper chicken pies ($5.80). Cakes by the slice ($10.90) are available too, in flavours like cempedak cheese and tiramisu. If you have to pick, order the rum canele ($5.90), which has a slightly crunchy exterior and dense middle, perfect for nibbling with coffee.
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
3 taken to hospital after fire breaks out in Toa Payoh HDB flat
SINGAPORE - Three people were taken to hospital after a fire broke out in an HDB at Block 229 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh on July 29. In a Facebook post, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the fire in the 10th-floor unit at about 1pm. The fire was raging inside a unit on the 10th floor when firefighters arrived. Three people were assessed for smoke inhalation and burn injuries, and taken to Singapore General Hospital. Efforts to put out the fire are ongoing, SCDF added. When The Straits Times arrived at the scene at about 2.20pm, at least 11 firefighters could be seen running in a cordoned-off area where the police were also present, to gather equipment, while crowds had gathered. Thick, black smoke could also be seen from three of the affected unit's windows. The damage and smoke had also transferred to the surrounding units, leaving a thick, black cast. An older woman could be seen being ferried out in a wheelchair and being attended to by SCDF paramedics. A resident who wanted to be known only as Madam Rebecca, 83, said she smelt smoke at around 1.30pm when she was about to take a nap. Madam Rebecca, who lives on the second storey of the block with her domestic helper, said: 'I evacuated immediately using the stairs. When I got to the void deck, there was an old woman who was with her daughter. The older woman was holding a dog and crying.' The crying woman told firefighters who arrived at the scene that she was struggling to breathe and she was later attended to by paramedics, added Madam Rebecca, who has lived in the block for 30 years. Source: The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction Discover how to enjoy other premium articles here
Straits Times
14 hours ago
- General
- Straits Times
Firefighters battling blaze in HDB flat in Toa Payoh Lorong 8: SCDF
Find out what's new on ST website and app. SCDF was alerted to the fire at about 1pm. SINGAPORE - Firefighters are battling a blaze in an HDB flat at Block 229, Lorong 8 Toa Payoh. In a Facebook post on July 29, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said it was alerted to the fire at about 1pm. Efforts to put out the fire are ongoing, it added. This is a developing story.
