When Fish Fall from the Sky: A Bizarre Incident in Tampines
Recently, Singapore has been drenched in heavy rain, but one unusual event caught the attention of many – a fish falling from the sky! Yes, you read that right. On October 3, a driver reported that a fish landed on his car while he was driving along Tampines Road.
What Happened on the Road?
Imagine cruising down the road when suddenly, something splats on your windscreen. That’s exactly what happened to a driver who shared his experience on social media. He exclaimed, “OMFG, a fish just hit my car!” This strange occurrence took place at the intersection of Tampines Avenue 4 and Tampines Avenue 7.
A contributor named Eddie shared a video showing the moment the fish fell. In his tweet, he expressed disbelief at the bizarre sight. The fish landed on the roof of a minivan, and the driver couldn’t help but look up in confusion. Unfortunately, Eddie didn’t manage to snap a photo of the fish on the ground, as he couldn’t stop due to a red-light camera.
Where Did the Fish Come From?
This raises the question: where did the fish come from? Some speculate it could have been thrown from another vehicle or perhaps dropped by mischievous kids playing on the embankment. However, there were no other cars in the vicinity, and the Tampines North Community Club isn’t tall enough for anyone to toss a fish from its roof.
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time fish have mysteriously rained down in Singapore. In 1861, after an earthquake and heavy rainfall, locals reported that fish seemed to have fallen from the sky. A French naturalist, Francis Castelnau, noted that people claimed the fish “had fallen from heaven.”
Could a Waterspout Be Involved?
Could a waterspout be the culprit? While it’s a fascinating idea, there were no reports of a waterspout in Tampines on that day. So, it seems like a dream rather than reality.
Some even joked that the fish might have come from a passing jetliner’s toilet. While it’s theoretically possible for fish to be sucked into an aircraft’s drainage system, experts say it’s highly unlikely they would survive the journey intact.
Why Is It Unlikely for Fish to Fall Intact?
Here are a few reasons why the fish likely didn’t come from an aircraft:
– **Size Matters:** Most fish are too large to be sucked into the aircraft’s toilet drainage system.
– **Pressure and Oxygen:** If a fish did get sucked in, it would likely perish due to high pressure and lack of oxygen.
– **Speed of Descent:** Even if a fish somehow survived the journey, the speed at which planes fly would make it improbable for the fish to land without being damaged.
Conclusion
While the idea of fish falling from the sky is amusing and intriguing, the reality behind this incident remains a mystery. Was it a prank, a freak accident, or something else entirely? Whatever the case, it certainly adds a quirky chapter to Singapore’s rainy season tales.
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