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Suspected Gas Explosion Devastates Home in Yate, Injures Four

A residential property on Lancaster Road near Bristol has been destroyed, with 40 residents evacuated and investigators working to determine the cause.

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Overview

  • The explosion occurred at approximately 6:53 am on April 29, 2025, causing severe structural damage to the property and igniting a fire.
  • Three individuals were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and a fourth person was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
  • The fire, which spread to neighboring homes, has been safely extinguished by emergency crews on site.
  • Approximately 40 residents have been evacuated as a precaution, with a refuge center established at a nearby public house.
  • Wales & West Utilities engineers are collaborating with emergency services to secure the area and investigate the cause of the suspected gas explosion.