Some residents living on the fifth to 12th storey units were also evacuated as a precautionary measure, said SCDF in a statement. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. -- ST PHOTO: Francis Ong
A 70-YEAR-OLD Chinese man suffered 80 per cent first degree burns on his body, after a massive explosion and fire in the kitchen of his Jalan Bukit Merah flat on Friday morning.
The incident occured at 6.15am on the 6th floor of Block 105, with neighbours saying they heard a loud blast.
When firemen from the Singapore Civil Defence Force arrived at the scene five minutes later, they found the victim standing in the kitchen.
He was rushed to the Singapore General Hospital, along with four other casualties - believed to be his neighbours - who suffered smoke inhalation.
Another 71-year-old man was also sent to SGH, when he complained of breathing difficulties.
Some residents living on the fifth to 12th storey units were also evacuated as a precautionary measure, said SCDF in a statement.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
The National Council of Social Service has also set up a temporary relief centre at the Sarah Senior Activity Centre on the second floor of Block 105 to help affected residents.
Extra staff and counselling services will be provided.
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