Civil Emergencies in Singapore

In the event of a civil emergency in Singapore, the Singapore Civil Defence Force is well trained and equipped to deal with contingencies. It offers an emergency handbook which provides step by step procedures in emergency situations. Copies may be obtained by telephoning 6848 1730 or by emailing [email protected], and can also be downloaded from the Singapore Civil Defence Force’s website. In the event of a civil emergency situation in Singapore there would be widespread guidance and instructions transmitted via local English language television and radio.

Singapore's Internal Security Department has a hotline (6256 6657) to which suspicious activities may be reported. The local authorities encourage people to report such activities, and those with concerns should do so.

General emergency numbers include Fire and Ambulance on 995, and Police on 999.

Some further useful sources of information are listed below.

Singapore Government websites

The Singapore Government has a general website  with a wide range of information on all aspects of government. This provides links to other sites, among them those containing contingency and emergency procedures. The Emergency Public Information Centre (www.epic.gov.sg) site provides details on how emergencies, including day to day cases such as fires and accidents, should be handled. The Singapore Civil Defence Force site provides details on its responses to emergencies. All sites have been updated recently to contain information on contemporary threats, such as chemical and biological incidents.

Australian National Security website

The Australian National Security website contains an electronic copy of the Australian Government’s booklet ‘Lets Look Out for Australia’. This booklet provides practical guidance on counter-terrorist measures and preparations for an emergency, most of which are common sense and equally applicable in Singapore.