Emergency services were called to a suspected gas explosion on Gillett Road in Preston late on Saturday, November 2. The incident, which occurred just after 10:30 p.m., prompted a swift response from Lancashire Police,
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, and North West Ambulance Service.
The blast caused extensive damage to the rear of the property, with walls reportedly blown out. Specialist Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams were deployed to support firefighters in securing the structure and ensuring the property did not pose further risk.
One individual was treated by paramedics at the scene and subsequently transported to the hospital. Their current condition has not been disclosed. As a precaution, neighbouring properties were evacuated while emergency services worked to make the area safe.
Cadent Gas has been called to assist authorities in determining the cause of the explosion. Residents have been advised to avoid the area as emergency crews continue their work.
The road remains closed, and motorists and pedestrians are urged to seek alternative routes.
Lancashire Police have been contacted for a statement regarding the incident. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
A Spokesman for Lancashire Police Said: We were called by the Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service at 10.35pm yesterday to an address in Gillett Street, Preston, to a report of a gas explosion.
The emergency services attended, and it was found that significant damage had been caused to a house.
A man suffered burn injuries and was taken to hospital. Thankfully, his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
A small number of surrounding properties were evacuated.
A joint investigation will be launched in due course with our colleagues from the Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service to establish the cause and circumstances that led to the suspected gas explosion.
