House destroyed in suspected gas explosion
Pictures shared online show a fire at a property in Yate this morning (29 April)
Last updated 29th Apr 2025
A house in South Gloucestershire has been destroyed in a suspected gas explosion.
Pictures shared online show a fire at a property in Yate.
We know that three people have been rushed to hospital with injuries not thought to be life-changing or life-threatening.
A fourth was treated at the scene by paramedics.
Locals are being offered support at an emergency refuge centre, which has been set-up closeby to the scene.
Avon Fire and Rescue said: “We were called at 6:53am to reports of a gas explosion in a residential home on Lancaster Road, Yate this morning (Tuesday 29 April).
“The explosion caused a fire, which has now been safely extinguished. A cordon has been put in place and approximately 40 people have been evacuated from their homes as a precaution.
“Three people have been injured and have been taken to hospital with injuries that are not expected to be life threatening. A fourth person has been treated by the ambulance service at the scene.
“Local people are asked to avoid the area while we deal with the incident.”
Avon and Somerset Police said: "Officers are supporting Avon Fire and Rescue Service at the scene of a suspected gas explosion in Lancaster Road, in Yate, at 6.50am this morning (Tuesday 29 April).
"Three people have been taken to hospital with injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening or life changing. A fourth person has sustained minor injuries and was seen to by the ambulance service
"A cordon has been put in place and a number of properties have been evacuated. A refuge centre has been set up at a nearby public house.
"Members of the public are being advised to avoid the area and keep the roads clear while emergency services are at the scene."