Explosive Gas Leak Destroys Home in Yate, 3 Injured 🚒

Three people were taken to the hospital after a suspected gas explosion destroyed a home on Lancaster Road, Yate, Gloucestershire, on April 29, 2025.

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, where smoke and flames were visible.

The explosion, which occurred around 6:50 a.m., caused severe structural damage, with the blast reportedly shaking nearby houses.

The victims' injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. A fourth person sustained minor injuries.

Several properties were evacuated, and residents were directed to a local pub for shelter.

Investigations into the cause of the explosion are ongoing, with gas leakage suspected.