Golden Mile Tower

2024 - 8 - 31

Flames and Fame: The Golden Mile Tower Oopsie!

fire safety - Golden Mile Tower - Singapore Civil Defence Force - urban safety - vehicle fire incidents

🔥 Cars on fire at Golden Mile Tower—was it a spontaneous barbecue? 🤷‍♂️ Find out what happened!

On a sunny Saturday afternoon at the bustling Golden Mile Tower, an unexpected turn of events turned heads and warmed things up—literally! A fire broke out on the rooftop car park of this popular office and shopping complex along Beach Road, causing more than just a little smoke. Thick, black clouds billowed into the sky as over a dozen cars were engulfed in flames, leaving many social media users buzzing with concern—and a few with some rather dramatic TikTok footage!

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) swiftly sprang into action, marking the incident as a "multi-vehicle fire." According to their post on Facebook around 2:30 PM, they were alerted to the situation and began responding quickly to bring the fire under control. As thick plumes of smoke filled the air, patrons of the mall and onlookers rushed to capture the unusual sight on their devices, documenting what many thought was a scene straight out of an action movie. The sound of over 20 explosions echoed in the vicinity, raising eyebrows and even more alarm over the unfolding drama.

Notably, the scene was captivating enough for netizens to share countless videos and images across platforms like Facebook and X, presenting a blend of shock and attempt at humor in the face of chaos—because what’s better than a fiery weekend spectacle? Officials have been urging people to avoid the area while emergency teams worked diligently to manage the fire and assess any damage.

Though the flames at Golden Mile Tower have been extinguished, they brought to light the importance of fire safety in multi-level parking lots. In fact, did you know that vehicle fires can often be attributed to electrical malfunctions? Car fires are not as uncommon as one might think, and being proactive—like ensuring proper maintenance and not loading your car up with flammable materials—can save you from having a hot mess on your hands. Another interesting fact: Golden Mile Tower is known not only for its commercial spaces but also its rich heritage, serving as a hub for the Thai community in Singapore, where one can find delicious Thai food and cultural stores!

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Image courtesy of "The Online Citizen SG"

Over a dozen cars engulfed in flames as fire erupts at Golden Mile ... (The Online Citizen SG)

A fire broke out at Golden Mile Tower, an office and shopping complex along Beach Road, on Saturday (31 August 2024), sending thick, black smoke into the ...

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Image courtesy of "CNA"

Fire breaks out at Singapore's Golden Mile Tower; initial findings ... (CNA)

In a Facebook post at 2.30pm, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) described the incident as a "multi-vehicle fire". It was alerted to the fire at around ...

Fire breaks out at Golden Mile Tower; cars at rooftop carpark seen ... (The Straits Times)

Photos and videos posted online showed thick plumes of smoke billowing from the building. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Image courtesy of "AsiaOne"

More than 20 explosions heard: Cars ablaze in massive fire at ... (AsiaOne)

A fire broke out at Golden Mile Tower at Beach Road this afternoon (Aug 31), with social media users on Facebook, X and TikTok sharing photos and videos of ...

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Image courtesy of "NewsWire"

Major fire at Singapore Golden Mile Tower (Video) - Newswire (NewsWire)

In a Facebook post at 2.30pm, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) described the incident as a “multi-vehicle fire”. It was alerted to the fire at around ...

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Image courtesy of "New Straits Times Online"

Multiple cars destroyed in fire at Singapore's Golden Mile Tower ... (New Straits Times Online)

SINGAPORE: Multiple cars caught fire on the rooftop of a multistorey carpark at the Golden Mile Tower commercial building along Beach Road here on Saturday.

Authorities responding to fire at Golden Mile Tower in Singapore as ... (Crisis24)

Authorities responding to fire at Golden Mile Tower in Singapore as of the afternoon of Aug. 31. Disruptions likely; avoid the area.

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