Reverend Jo Levasier, Team Vicar for All Saints Church, confirmed that carers and some residents were relocated to the church for safety. The church is currently providing support to those affected.

Ongoing Investigation

Southern Gas Network (SGN) engineers have been deployed to the site in their capacity as the national gas emergency service for the south of England. Katie Lobban, spokesperson for SGN, stated, “Our engineers are waiting for access to the building to complete safety checks. Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this tragic incident.”

Gainsborough Care Home

The Gainsborough Care Home, managed by Agincare, is a 48-bedroom facility spread over two floors. Agincare has yet to provide a comment on the incident. Emergency services, including police, fire, and ambulance crews, remain at the scene as investigations continue.

Local authorities have asked residents to avoid the area and for the public to refrain from speculating until the investigation is complete.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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