Several properties were evacuated after the explosion ripped through a terraced house in Preston
Neighbours have spoken of their sympathy for those facing an uncertain wait before they are allowed to return to their homes following a suspected gas explosion.
One neighbour, John Eastwell, said that his thoughts were with the injured man and also those who had to be evacuated from their homes following the explosion. Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service has confirmed that crews from Preston, Bamber Bridge and Fulwood spent "several hours" at the scene. Engineers from Cadent Gas, which manages the network, also attended.
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