Major Gas Explosion Destroys House in Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Emergency services remain on scene early Sunday morning after a Saturday evening blast caused extensive damage and forced evacuations.

A gas explosion on John Street, Worksop, on Saturday evening severely damaged a terraced house, reducing it to rubble.
Emergency services, including firefighters from four stations, declared a major incident and are maintaining a prolonged presence at the site.
Nearby residents were evacuated as a safety precaution, and the area remains cordoned off while investigations continue.
Eyewitnesses described hearing a loud bang resembling a firework shortly before the explosion, with social media images showing extensive debris and destruction.
The Crown Place community centre has been opened to provide shelter for displaced residents, while officials work to assess the cause and impact of the blast.