Spotlight on fire protection at HDB homes after string of blazes

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Spotlight on fire protection at HDB homes after string of blazes
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Having a fire extinguisher at home is essential but many don't have it.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Bukit Batok resident Regina Wong said that after last Thursday's fire at the Housing Board block opposite hers, she has decided to get a fire extinguisher.

The fire at a unit in Block 293D Bukit Batok Street 21 saw firefighters pulling out from the burning flat a 40-year-old unconscious man, who died on Saturday afternoon from third-degree burns. Several others were injured.Enjoy unlimited access to ST's best work Subscribe Now

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