SCDF fire engine stuck in grass patch near HDB block in Sengkang
SCDF officers worked with a vehicle contractor to move the fire engine back onto firm ground.
On September 24, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) came across a puzzling situation where a fire engine became wedged in a grass strip adjacent to an HDB block in Sengkang. The incident unfolded around 3:50 pm following the completion of routine safety assessments at Block 338A Anchorvale Crescent. As the fire engine was departing the site, its rear wheels inadvertently plunged into the grass verge, according to the force.
Firefighters collaborated with a vehicle contractor to extricate the vehicle, bringing it back onto stable terrain before transporting it back to the fire station. SCDF stated that they are currently investigating the exact sequence of events leading to the mishap.
Visual documentation of the incident on social media platform TikTok captures the predicament, illustrating the vehicle ensnared in the grass patch. The footage also highlights the aftermath, showcasing the distinct grooves left in the ground after the ordeal. This specific incident is not the first of its kind; on April 9, 2025, a fire engine on a familiarization tour in a Tengah HDB estate had its front wheels stuck in the ground of a designated accessway. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in either instance.
SCDF has reached out to the Sengkang Town Council and HDB for additional context surrounding the event.
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