A Totally Different Total Defence Campaign

“It’s My Turn” is the theme for this year’s Total Defence Campaign 2012, which focused on how National Service (NS) is an integral part of our lives.

Sharing USAR Expertise with Myanmar Counterparts

In December 2011, Singapore, represented by SCDF, became the first country to offer training in International urban Search and Rescue (IUSAR) to the Myanmar Fire Services Department (MFSD). The seeds for this collaboration were sown in July 2011, when the Myanmar Minister for Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlemet Mr U Aung Kyi led a group [...]

Birth of a New Unit Civil Defence Marine Command

0000 hrs, 1 April 2012 saw the birth of a new unit for SCDF in Civil Defence Marine Command (CDMC) as SCDF officially took over operations of marine fire-fighting function from Maritime and Ports Authority (MPA). In a long and laborious build up that spanned over years, SCDF worked very closely with MPA and related agencies to ensure that the transfer of marine fire-fighting function from MPA to SCDF was a smooth one.

Arson or Accident? SCDF Fire Investigators Solve the Puzzle!

To the untrained eye, a room destroyed by fire is nothing more than ashes and debris. But to the fire investigators, what remains are clues that can possibly explain how and where the fire started.

Dawn of a New Chapter

“It is not by chance that we have come so far since our formative years. The buildup of our operational capability is the collective result of the relentless efforts, the commitment and the dedication of each and every member of the Force – regular staff, full-time National Serviceman and our Operational Ready NSmen. You have in your respective ways contributed to the growth and progress of our force. No matter what happens, there is every reason for all of you to walk tall as a member of the SCDF, for all the hard work that you have put in.” – Comr Eric Yap in his inaugural address as Comr SCDF

The Best Sepak Takraw Team in Home Team

The SCDF team successfully defended its Sepak Takraw title in the Home Team Games 2011 by defeating its keen rival, the SPF (Singapore Police Force) team, in an exciting and action-packed final on 15 October 2011 at the Home Team Academy Multi Purpose Hall. The inter-regu event saw six regus from Central Narcotics Bureau, Immigration [...]

Row, Row, Row Your Canoe

SGT Abigail Chen, a Jurong Fire Station Paramedic, represented Singapore in the 2011 ICF (International Canoe Federation) Canoe Marathon World Championships 19th edition, which was held for the first time in Asia at Marina Reservoir from 21 – 23 October. SGT Chen participated in the K2 Women’s Senior (Doubles) event, which comprised six laps and [...]

Trade Your Hair for Hope?

Ever thought that a simple act of cutting your hair can serve a higher purpose? How is this routine which we carry out from time to time related to cancer awareness, if at all?

A Day for Celebration and Devotion

Civil Defence Day falls on 15 September, when SCDF personnel reaffirm their commitment to the Force and their life-saving vocations. At noon, the Public Warning System sounds island-wide accompanied by mass media broadcasts to remind citizens to stay prepared for emergencies, while a parade takes place in the evening to celebrate the event.

Commemorating September 11 in Station 11

On Sunday September 11, 2011, Central Fire Station (also known as Station 11) played host to the United States Ambassador to Singapore Mr David Adelman and his guests. It was the tenth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, and visiting a fire station was a fitting tribute to the 343 firefighters and paramedics from the Fire Department City of New York (FDNY) who lost their lives when the Twin Towers collapsed. The visit also underpinned the crucial emergency role carried out by SCDF firefighters.