Fire breaks out at warehouse in Jurong, about 50 people evacuated , Singapore News

At least three fire engines, one combined platform ladder (CPL) and a light fire attack vehicle are present at the scene.

Firefighters were conducting aerial firefighting using a CPL to prevent further spread of the fire.

A man from the warehouse told AsiaOne that he and fellow workers were inside when the fire started outside the premises.

He added that by the time they got to a fire extinguisher, the fire had spread uncontrollably.

As at 4.06pm, SCDF said the fire has been largely extinguished, with some deep-seated pockets of fire remaining.

It added that dampening down of the affected area is expected to continue throughout the day.

There were no reported injuries in the incident.

@asiaone The blaze at a Penjuru Road warehouse has been largely extinguished, with damping down expected to continue through the day. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) added that no injuries were reported. #sgnews #Singapore #Fire #Firefighter #SCDF ♬ original sound – AsiaOne

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