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Middlesbrough Explosion: Some residents have returned home

A general view of the scene of a suspected gas explosion at a property near Frampton Green in Middlesbrough. Picture date: Tuesday June 18, 2024.
Author: Micky WelchPublished 19th Jun 2024

The cordon around the scene of a house explosion that occurred yesterday (18 June 2024) in Middlesbrough has been reduced and residents of Ettington Avenue and Frampton Green are now able to return to their homes.

Residents of the affected houses remain evacuated and alternative arrangements are in place.

A general view of the scene of a suspected gas explosion at a property near Frampton Green in Middlesbrough. Picture date: Tuesday June 18, 2024.

The roads in the area have now reopened, but the area around the site of the explosion remains cordoned off due to the structural danger posed by the damaged building.

Cleveland Police Officers will continue to patrol the area overnight, and investigations are ongoing.

We would like to thank members of the public for their patience whilst the area was made safe.

Please call 101 if you have CCTV or doorbell footage of the incident.

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