Two fires broke out in the eastern region of Singapore within two days of each other.
First fire at Pasir Ris was the size of two football fields
The first fire occurred on Oct. 8, Sunday, at 2.15pm along Pasir Ris Industrial Drive 1.
According to the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), it was approximately the size of two footballs fields.
The fire was extinguished with three water jets and no injuries were reported.
Five to six firefighters and police officers seen at scene of second fire
The second fire occurred on Oct. 9, at about 4.35pm, within Tampines Eco Green.
According to a reader who spoke to Shin Min Daily News, white smoke could be seen hanging over the trees of the park.
SCDF said the fire involved a vegetation area measuring about 30 metres by 20 metres and was extinguished in an hour.
No injuries were reported from this fire as well.
When a reporter from Shin Min Daily News arrived, smoke was no longer visible.
However, the reporter spotted a patch of grass that had been burnt, while 200 metres away, another patch of grass had been reduced to ash.
About five to six firefighters and police officers were present at the scene.
A firefighter was also seen using a canvas beater on what appeared to be a smouldering patch.
Source: Photo via Shin Min Daily News
The cause of both fires is under investigation.
NParks: Vegetation on trails will be reduced
In response to Shin Min's queries, NParks said it was working with SCDF to determine the cause of the fires.
As a precaution, NParks said it would reduce the vegetation on trails, and increase the frequency of park inspections during dry periods.
Park visitors are also reminded not to deviate from trails for their own safety.
In addition, dry weather also poses a risk of vegetation fires.
With the exception of barbeque pits and campfire areas, the public should not use open flames in park areas and must dispose of flammable items responsibly.
Top photos via Shin Min Daily News