Gas Explosion Causes Partial Collapse of Shophouses in Singapore's Little India

The incident injured six people and led to evacuations and structural damage in the vicinity.

The partial collapse occurred at 84 and 85 Syed Alwi Road around 1:30 am, with a gas explosion suspected as the cause.
Six individuals sustained minor injuries, with two taken to the hospital while four declined further treatment.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force deployed search dogs and a drone to ensure no one was trapped under debris.
Nearby hotels, including the Royal India Hotel and Arianna Hotel, evacuated guests as a precautionary measure.
The affected shophouses housed an Indian restaurant and a grocery mart, both of which suffered significant damage.