SCDF rescues two workers trapped mid-air on gondola at Raffles City Tower
Two workers found themselves dangling inside a gondola between the 28th and 29th floors of Raffles City Tower earlier today (21 July), prompting a high-altitude rescue by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).
Workers trapped mid-air on Raffles City Tower
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said in a Facebook post that they were alerted to the incident at about 11.20am at 250 North Bridge Road.
Upon arriving at the scene, firefighters immediately checked the gondola’s stability and ensured that the workers — both wearing safety harnesses — were secure.
SCDF’s elite Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART) was swiftly deployed for the high-stakes operation.
DART officer rappels down & brings workers in through windows
The rescue team quickly set up equipment on the 29th and 30th floors before securing the gondola with safety lines.
One DART officer then rappelled down to the suspended platform to reach the two stranded men.
Source: SCDF on Facebook
After securing both workers, the rescuer guided them through nearby windows on the 29th and 30th floors.
Thanks to the swift and coordinated response, both men were safely brought into the building without further incident.
Source: SCDF on Facebook
After being brought to safety, an SCDF paramedic assessed the two men, who were later conveyed to Raffles Hospital.
Both workers were reported to be in stable condition.
Netizens applaud SCDF for rescue efforts
News of the dramatic rescue quickly made the rounds online, with netizens applauding SCDF’s courage and professionalism.
One netizen commended the SCDF’s efficiency and thanked them for saving the two workers.
Source: Facebook
Another commenter agreed, saying: “What would we do without you guys?”
Source: Facebook
Many others chimed in to thank the rescuers for their bravery in what could have been a deadly situation.
Source: Facebook
One netizen said it was “great work as usual” and hoped that the workers involved were fine.
Source: Facebook
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Featured image adapted from Singapore Civil Defence Force on Facebook.
