Your Essential Guide to Home Fire Safety in Singapore (2026) - Prevent a Tragedy

The peace of mind that comes with a safe home is priceless. In Singapore, fire incidents, while manageable, are a real and present danger. According to the latest SCDF statistics, there were 968 residential fires in 2024 alone. The leading causes? Unattended cooking and electrical faults—two issues that are easily preventable with the right knowledge and equipment.

A significant number of electrical fires are caused by Active Mobility Devices (AMDs) such as PMDs, PABs and PMAs. In 2024, there were 44 residential fires involving these devices. The SCDF and LTA have issued critical advisories, emphasizing the importance of using certified devices and practicing safe charging habits. This highlights the urgent need for a proactive approach to home fire safety.

Based on the data, fire fatalities in Singapore are on the rise. The number of deaths grew from 3 in 2023, to 5 in 2024, and at least 8 fire-related deaths have already been reported in 2025.

Your First Line of Defense: The Right Extinguisher for Every Room

Don't wait until it's too late. Having the correct fire extinguisher can mean the difference between a minor incident and a devastating tragedy.

For All-Purpose Protection

The AB Dry Powder Extinguisher is a versatile and cost-effective solution, effective against Class A and Class B fires involving solids (wood, paper), flammable liquids, and electrical equipment. It's an excellent choice for general use throughout your home. They can put out the visible flames and prevent the fire from spreading. This will give you precious time to Call 995 and evacuate.

Specialized Solutions for Targeted Protection

For those who wish to segregate fire protection for specific risks, specialized extinguishers are available, though they are a higher-cost option. 

For the Kitchen

Unattended cooking is the #1 cause of residential fires. A Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher is your kitchen's best friend. Specially designed for cooking oil and fat fires, it cools and smothers the flames, preventing them from reigniting.

For the Living Room & Home Office

With our homes filled with electrical gadgets and chargers, the risk of electrical fires is high. A CO2 Fire Extinguisher is a must-have for these areas. It safely smothers electrical fires without leaving a mess or damaging sensitive electronics.

For Fires Involving Active Mobility Devices (PMDs, PABs & PMAs)

The rise of Active Mobility Devices (AMDs) means a new kind of fire risk: thermal runaway in lithium-ion batteries. They are found in Power-Assisted Bicycles (PABs) also known as e-bikes, Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) like electric scooters and Personal Mobility Aids (PMAs) like motorized wheelchairs, and mobility scooters designed for individuals with walking difficulties. 

Your first line of defense is an AB Dry Powder Extinguisher. These are a versatile and cost-effective solution that will temporarily put out the visible flames, preventing the fire from spreading and giving you precious time to evacuate and call for help / 995. However, it does not cool the battery, so there is a high risk of reignition.

For the ultimate protection, a Lithium Battery Fire Extinguisher is the most effective tool. While it is a higher-cost option, it uses a specialized agent designed to rapidly cool the battery, suppress the fire at its source, and prevent dangerous reignition. It is the definitive solution for homes with PMDs, PABs, or any device with a lithium-ion battery, providing peace of mind that a more cost-effective extinguisher cannot.

Where to Store Your Fire Extinguisher at Home

Knowing where to put your extinguisher is just as important as having one. The best storage location follows 3 key principles. It must be

1. Easy to reach
2. Safe to reach
3. Easy to check

The Kitchen Entrance

As the most common place for fires to start, the kitchen entrance is the ideal location. Place the extinguisher on the wall just outside the kitchen to ensure you can grab it on your way out, without having to run past the fire itself.

The Bedroom

A significant number of fires occur at night. Keeping an extinguisher near the door of the master bedroom provides a crucial line of defense during an emergency escape.

Near the Main Entrance

Placing an extinguisher near the front door ensures it is accessible for you or your neighbours in an emergency, and it's a primary point of access that is less likely to be blocked by fire.

Take Action Now

Don't let your home become a statistic. Equip your home with the right fire safety tools and learn the simple steps to prevent a fire from starting.

Check your PMDs and PABs. Ensure your devices are certified to the UL2272 (for PMDs) or EN15194 (for PABs) standards.

Practice safe charging. Never leave your devices charging unattended, especially not overnight.

Have an extinguisher ready. Consider our Home Fire Safety Kit to protect your home and your family. It contains 3 fire safety equipment essentially for your home.

Smoke Alarm (Home Fire Alarm Device) - Alerts you in cases of fire

AB Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher - Extinguishes residential fires

Fire Blanket - Put over small fires or wrap around a person