Screengrab from circulating dashcam footage of the incident on social media.
Doha: A dramatic rescue operation unfolded on Saturday, July 26, as a female driver was saved by nearby workers after her car plunged into a sinkhole that suddenly appeared on Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore.
According to reports from The Straits Times, the incident occurred in broad daylight, startling passers-by and motorists alike as the vehicle was abruptly swallowed by the gaping hole.
Quick-thinking workers on a nearby construction site rushed to the scene, using ropes and their collective strength to pull the driver to safety before emergency services arrived.
Channel NewsAsia noted that the woman, though visibly shaken, was able to walk and was promptly transported to the hospital for further observation and check-ups.
Further coverage by Malay Mail and The Online Citizen detailed how eyewitnesses praised the workers for their courage and rapid response, with many commending their determination despite the apparent danger.
Statements from the Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) and PUB, Singapore’s national water agency, confirmed that authorities are investigating the likely cause of the sinkhole and have cordoned off the affected section of Tanjong Katong Road for safety assessments and repairs.
News outlets, AsiaOne and Mothership, highlighted on-the-ground reactions and comments from grateful residents, while The Independent and South China Morning Post drew international attention to the swift intervention of the workers, highlighting the crucial role they played in averting tragedy.
As of Monday morning, diversions remain in place as authorities continue their efforts to secure the area and ensure public safety.
Officials have urged motorists and pedestrians to avoid the stretch of Tanjong Katong Road until further notice as their investigations continue.
