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Explosion in Alloa Flat Leaves One Dead, Cause Still Unknown

Graham Green, 50, has been identified as the victim of the blast, with investigations ongoing to determine the cause.

  • The explosion occurred in a block of flats in Kellie Place, Alloa, at around 6pm on Sunday.
  • Graham Green, 50, was killed in the incident, and his family has been notified, though formal identification is pending.
  • Three other individuals, including a 49-year-old woman and two men aged 19 and 72, sustained minor injuries and were treated at Forth Valley Royal Hospital.
  • Gas has been ruled out as the cause of the explosion, and investigations by Police Scotland and the Health and Safety Executive continue.
  • Local authorities have provided support for displaced residents, with Alloa Town Hall serving as a temporary respite center.
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