askST: What should I do if my car is caught in a flooded carpark?

  • 📰 The Straits Times
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 36 sec. here
  • 2 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 18%
  • Publisher: 63%

Singapore Headlines News

Singapore Latest News,Singapore Headlines

Experts advise motorists against trying to start the engine after a car had been in flood water.

leaving vehicles submerged in knee-deep waters. The Straits Times answers some questions about what a driver can to do if his car is caught in a flooded carpark.A spokesperson for the Automobile Association of Singapore said motorists should avoid driving through flood waters higher than 15cm – slightly above ankle height – as the car may stall, and the water could cause damage to the engine and electronics.

“It is safer to wait for professional assistance or until the water level has significantly decreased before attempting to start the engine or move the vehicle. If the car is stranded in a flooded area, prioritise personal safety and seek help from emergency services or professional tow services,” the spokesperson said.

Otherwise, the car owners will have to wait for the claims against the condominium to be successful before repairing their vehicles. But Mr Chia from Eazy said vehicle owners should explain to their insurer that the claim is not due to their negligence. “There are insurers who would understand the owner’s predicament and not penalise them during policy renewal,” he said.

 

Thank you for your comment. Your comment will be published after being reviewed.
Please try again later.
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

 /  🏆 8. in SG

Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Experts, politicians call for scrutiny of Venezuela's use of cryptocurrencyVenezuela's use of digital currencies, expected to increase after the United States ordered a wind-down of oil deals with the sanctioned country by May 31, will require greater scrutiny by regulators and law enforcement, experts said on Monday.
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »

Multi-currency e-wallets can do more in fraud prevention and customer support, experts sayA user of multi-currency e-wallet YouTrip recently discovered 31 unauthorised transactions charged to her card.
Source: ChannelNewsAsia - 🏆 6. / 66 Read more »

One year to test 200 Cordlife samples ‘totally unjustified’: Global cord blood banking expertsExperts ST spoke to say viability and potency tests can be completed in six to 10 weeks.
Source: STForeignDesk - 🏆 4. / 71 Read more »

'Popcorn lung', cancer: Experts warn of dangers as vaping among youth in Singapore spikesSINGAPORE – Doctors treating respiratory issues are not always aware if their patients have been vaping. Therefore, cases are not tracked systematically at hospitals because these patients are not always willing to share their vaping history.
Source: asiaonecom - 🏆 10. / 59 Read more »

CAAS to set up new air traffic control centre housing data scientists, weather expertsPooled expertise will help air traffic controllers make better sense of information and optimise their decision-making.
Source: The Straits Times - 🏆 8. / 63 Read more »

Work could be ruining your posture – here's how to fix bad posture, according to expertsDiscover expert tips for improving your work posture without breaking the bank (and back).
Source: TODAYonline - 🏆 1. / 99 Read more »