Singapore - A tragic incident occurred in Singapore where a fierce fire broke out at a children's cooking school, resulting in the death of a 10-year-old Australian girl and injuries to more than 20 others.   

According to Australia's AAP news agency, the fire of unknown origin erupted at "Tomato Cooking School" in Singapore on April 10, 2025, local time. The fire led to the urgent transfer of 16 children and 6 adults to the hospital, and it has been reported that a 10-year-old Australian girl succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment.   

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) stated that they immediately dispatched personnel upon receiving a fire report. Upon arrival, they found intense flames engulfing a three-story building, with several people precariously hanging from the third-floor railing. SCDF personnel swiftly carried out firefighting operations and simultaneously conducted rescue efforts, safely extracting the injured, including those hanging from the railing.

The injured who were taken to the hospital sustained various injuries, including burns and smoke inhalation, and some are reportedly in critical condition, raising concerns about further casualties.

"Tomato Cooking School," where the fire occurred, is a facility that provides cooking classes for children. It is presumed that the children and instructors participating in the class at the time of the accident were among those affected.   

Currently, Singaporean authorities are investigating the exact cause of the fire and are also conducting an inquiry into possible charges of negligence, including whether there was inadequate safety inspection of the building.

The Australian government expressed deep condolences regarding the news of the fire and stated that they would provide necessary support to the victims and their families. They also added that they would work closely with Singaporean authorities to understand the details of the accident and strive to prevent similar incidents from recurring.   

As the importance of creating a safe educational environment for children is once again emphasized, this fire tragedy at the Singapore children's cooking school has brought great sorrow and a sense of urgency to the international community.

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