SINGAPORE – An open space near a HDB block at Ang Mo Kio Ave 1 was flooded close to noon on Jan 11, with water seen flowing into the surrounding area including a nearby petrol station.

In photos sent to The Straits Times, an open space in front of Block 222, Ang Mo Kio Ave 1 is seen flooded with light brownish water. The water can be seen flowing into a nearby SPC kiosk where several cars were parked at the back of the station.

A resident of Block 222, who wanted to be known only as Mr Thevar, told ST: “I noticed the water level when I was looking out the window and saw the water gushing out from a pipe and seeping into the petrol station area.”

He added that he could see the water level rising steadily.

“The water seemed to also start going down to the main road but doesn’t seem to affect that area that much,” said Mr Thevar.

He also saw a few people downstairs taking pictures of the situation and two children riding their scooter through the water.

When ST arrived at the scene at around 1pm, workers from SPC can be seen trying to prevent water from flowing into their premises.

ST has contacted national water agency PUB, SPC, HDB and the police for more information.