The living room of the flat also sustained heat and smoke damage as a result of the fire.
"The occupants had evacuated the unit before SCDF's arrival. Three persons from the unit were assessed for smoke inhalation and conveyed to the Singapore General Hospital," SCDF said.
A preliminary investigation showed that the fire had "likely originated" from a personal mobility aid, or PMA, which was charging in the room, SCDF added.
SCDF reminded members of the public that motorised devices that are modified, not properly maintained or not being charged with their original chargers are fire risks.
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"The occupants had evacuated the unit before SCDF's arrival. Three persons from the unit were assessed for smoke inhalation and conveyed to the Singapore General Hospital," SCDF said.
A preliminary investigation showed that the fire had "likely originated" from a personal mobility aid, or PMA, which was charging in the room, SCDF added.
SCDF reminded members of the public that motorised devices that are modified, not properly maintained or not being charged with their original chargers are fire risks.
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