What were the preliminary findings regarding the cause of the fires?

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Preliminary Findings Indicate Fires Were Deliberately Set

Preliminary findings suggest that the fires at Block 501 Jelapang Road in Bukit Panjang were deliberately started. A male youth is currently assisting police with their investigations into the incidents.
Fires Occurred on July 15

Two separate fires were reported at the Housing Board block on the evening of Tuesday, July 15. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and police were alerted to the incidents at approximately 8:10 PM.
Incidents Involved Common Areas and Personal Items

The first fire, which occurred on the 10th floor, involved a personal mobility aid in the common corridor and was extinguished by the SCDF. A second fire on the fourth floor affected a bicycle cover and was put out by members of the public using a dry powder fire extinguisher.
No Hospitalised Injuries Despite Smoke Inhalation

While three individuals were assessed for smoke inhalation following the fires, they all declined hospital treatment. The SCDF has stated that preliminary findings indicate the fires were deliberately set, and police are investigating a male youth for mischief by fire.

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