A major incident has been declared after a house was destroyed in Swansea after a suspected gas explosion
Residents in Swansea reported hearing ‘an enormous loud bang’ and others said nearby properties were left shaking after the blast.Resident Alamgir Hossain posted scenes of the aftermath of the blast on Facebook, writing: "Suddenly there was an explosion in a house near me. Approximately 20 houses were damaged. The window glass of my house was also broken by the loud noise. By the grace of Allah we are all fine.
South Wales Police said: "Emergency services are responding to an incident on the junction of Field Close and Clydach Road in Morriston. Please avoid the area whilst we deal with the incident."Emergency services rushed to the scene at the junction of Field Close and Clydach Road in Morriston. Pictures from the scene show a row of houses affected by the explosion.
Swansea Council leader Cllr Rob Stewart said it was not yet clear if there were any casualties or anyone trapped under the rubble.
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