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Multiple casualties in large explosion near Bristol


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There have been multiple casualties following a large explosion at a sewage plant in Avonmouth, near Bristol.

Avon and Somerset police say that "a number of workers" were on top of a silo at the time of the blast.

Fire crews were called at 11.22am and confirmed there have been multiple casualties following a "large explosion".


The police have declared a major incident following the explosion.

A statement from Avon Fire and Rescue said: "Crews from Avonmouth, Southmead, Yate, Patchway, Kingswood and Temple are currently attending. We can confirm there are multiple casualties on site.


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"We are joined by Avon and Somerset Police and the ambulance service on site.


"The incident is ongoing."

 

Source 

https://news.sky.com/story/large-explosion-near-bristol-in-serious-incident-12149967 

 

 

 

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