Construction work at Chong Pang site halted after metal bar crashes into HDB block

Construction work at the Chong Pang City integrated development has been halted after a metal bar fell from the worksite and pierced the roof of a nearby HDB block in Yishun. The incident occurred during dismantling works, leaving residents shaken but with no reported injuries. Authorities say the building’s structure remains safe, while investigations are underway to determine the cause. Temporary protective measures have been put in place, with full repairs expected in the coming weeks. Claudia Lim reports.