This map shows where the explosion occurred: Eyewitnesses on social media reported debris and plumes of smoke in the surrounding area. He said: "A number of lines of inquiry are being pursued which is not uncommon for an incident of this magnitude and complexity. We are at the entrance to the Kincaidston estate which, at the moment, is as far as we are allowed to go. I had to climb all over it. The estate borders Belmont to the north, Alloway to the . Liel Abada insists Celtic treble would trump all Rangers trash talk after Fashion Sakala was silenced with Viaplay victory. From my mums back bedroom window you can see down and there was a house and a half gone with smoke billowing out. SGN installed a temporary, above-ground, gas pipeline for homes in Kincaidston while investigations were carried out. Was it an explosion caused by another thing? Councillors insisted they had been left with no choice amid a tough financial backdrop. It shows there is an issue with all of these pipes. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Credit: PA. "The Council works under the direction of emergency services in these circumstances and stands ready to support our communities in any way we can.". Community appeals have been started for food and drink supplies for those staying at the rest centres. Its morally the right thing to do. HP10 9TY. The explosion was reported in the Kincaidston area at 19:10 on Monday and was heard for miles around. DeSantis won't say he's running. This South Ayrshire location article is a stub. What's he waiting for? The incident took place shortly after 7pm on Monday when an explosion happened in Gorse Park in the Kincaidston area of Ayr. Residents in Kincaidston have hit out that pipes being dug up in the wake of the explosion in Gorse Park have been in poor condition, with locals retrieving dug up pipes which are said to be corroding. Please note that traffic data is supplied by Highways England, Highways Wales, Highways Scotland and TfL. Local residents are being allowed in and out of the area. Now, police have revealed that four people injured in the blast were from the same family and are in a serious condition in different hospitals. The author of the report, Steve Critchlow, said the extent of the damage to the property meant it was not possible to identify an ignition source, adding it was his opinion that the corrosion occurred because the plastic coating of the pipe was damaged. Hoping that everyone is safe after the explosion in . Courteney Cox responds to Prince Harry's memoir claims he took magic mushrooms at her house. Ayr explosion Gorse Park: 'Residents accounted for' as family of four 'seriously injured' in Kincaidston. She said her street was littered with broken roof tiles. Credit: PA. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Police Scotland said inquiries were continuing into the cause of the explosion. Shocking images show the extent of the damage that the blast caused in a residential area of Ayr. Police say four homes were caught up in the blast in Ayr. Caroline Finnett, who lives in Kincaidston, was playing bingo at a friend's house when she heard a "massive bang". We thought it was a car crash or believe it or not a gun or something because we had never heard anything like it before. "The house was not where it was, it was scattered about the street.". South Ayrshire Council said the site was the responsibility of the insurers and no decisions had been taken about its future. The explosion affected four homes in the street and was felt several miles away. Chief medical officer Chris Whitty told Johnson that there were no strong reason against in corridors etc, and no very strong reasons for" introducing the masks. Emergency services at the scene at Gorse Park, Ayr, as three people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house. 'We dispatched a number of resources to the scene, including three specialist operations vehicles, six ambulances and an air ambulance.'. Devastated mum diagnosed with cancer after thinking she was doing 'too much' at the gym. A family of four were taken to hospital following the blast on Monday evening in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, which could be heard for miles around. At least one house was completely destroyed in the blast, Emergency crews were called to the scene just after 19:00 on Monday, The area around the explosion was covered with debris, A car parked in a nearby street was among the vehicles damaged by flying debris, Caroline Finnett's street was littered with broken roof tiles, Homes nearby were evacuated and the area showered with debris following the blast, At the scene: BBC Scotland reporter Martyn Smedley, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Cars and other houses were damaged. We dispatched a number of resources to the scene, including three specialist operations vehicles, six ambulances and an air ambulance.. The area was evacuated, with two local rest centres set up to provide shelter to those that needed it. 'A family of four were taken to hospital. Michael Mosley shares the weight loss snack that 'won't add to your waistline'. Recalling the moment he arrived at the scene of the carnage, he said: There were already a couple of guys talking to someone but all I could see was a hand sticking out the rubble. A gas main serving number three Gorse Park was found to have holes in it when inspected by Steven Critchlow from the Health and . The blast, which left a family of four seriously injured, affected four houses, and . First published on Mon 18 Oct 2021 16.52 EDT. The cross-border row surrounding the controversial drinks deposit return scheme is continuing, with Scotland Secretary Alister Jack claiming a formal request to an exemption from the UK Internal Market has still not been made. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Family of four seriously injured in Ayr explosion. There was fire in the back garden and pretty much in where the house was. Slavery plaque on Scots memorial could go after plan approved for its removal. Another Twitter user, @from1888, claimed that two houses were "totally flattened" following the explosion. Scots woman, 35, dies in sleep as heartbroken family hail 'amazing' little sister. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Please share so that all those needing shelter can access tonight. It was just horrible.. A spokesperson for the firm said: Were unable to comment further (due to the investigation).. A gas main serving number three Gorse Park was found to have holes in . It was overwhelming. Marion and her eldest son are being treated at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, while William was in the citys Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. Tragic hillwalker and dog who plunged 100ft in Glencoe to have ashes scattered together. Emergency services were called to the scene on Gorse Park at around 7.10pm, police said, adding that local road closures were in place and the public were advised to avoid the area. "Local road closures are in place and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time.". Ayr St Columba Church has opened its church hall in Midton Road for anyone seeking shelter. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Stunning Red Arrows to take to the skies over Ayr for upcoming air show. Police at the scene at Kincaidston Drive, Ayr, as four people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house in Gorse Park, Ayr (Photo: Jane Barlow). 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The estate-wide replacement of the pipes is part of an HSE directive that at risk iron gas mains are replaced across the UK by 2032. Asked to describe the scene, Mr Cullen said: "It is quite harrowing actually. Mr Cullen also said that it could be up to 10 days before people were allowed to return to their homes on the estate. I was in the army so I know what explosions are. Please stop bringing donations now.". She said: Our thoughts are with those affected in the Kincaidston area as we hear reports of an explosion. The nearby Sundrum holiday caravan park has offered accommodation for anyone who requires it. On Monday night, an explosion occurred in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, destroying one property and damaging several others. A spokesman for the Health and Safety Executive said the investigation was ongoing. Allure Spa also offered to take in those who need shelter and wrote on Facebook: "People of Kincadiston if you have to be evacuated and have nowhere to go we can open up our shop to you we have 10 cosy beds with covers and a kettle. Witnesses said at least one . The force said the alleged comments are wholly unacceptable, and referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). Keeping up the good work at Woodlands Glencoe, Police clamp down on biker gangs in Barrhead and Neilston, Whats In This Weeks Oban Times 1st March 2023, New Cumnock: Three teens in savage brick attack on girl, Erskine: Tributes paid to community champion Chris Reid, Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. SGN has promised a complete overhaul of the pipe network starting in a matter of weeks. Locals have blasted the closure with 'dangerous' diversions so treacherous "you wouldnt send your auntie up there". One person, @scottishchicp, tweeted: "Wow that explosion in Ayr is scary. ', Social media users said they heard the explosion from miles away, while pictures shared online showed at least one house badly damaged with debris lying in the street, Shocking drone pictures showed the aftermath of the explosion which damaged four houses and caused four people to be taken to hospital, The cause of the explosion has yet to be determined, though local councillor Chris Cullen told BBC Good Morning Scotland that gas was to blame, Debris at Primrose Park, Ayr. "Early yesterday evening there was a row of houses and now there is a hole.". The blast site remains fenced off. 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People in a South Ayrshire community say they "need to know" the cause of a serious explosion which left a family of four in hospital. And the fast food worker told how he was driven by adrenaline as he joined other residents battling to free the casualties. Emergency services are on the scene in Kincaidston after reports of a large explosion. He wants the investigation to be published as soon as possible and said people won't rest until they know the exact cause. John Stevenson, 45, who lives a few homes away, said: I was just watching TV and there was this blast. 18th Oct 2021. Mr Cullen also told the programme that if the gas from the affected properties could not be capped, then it could be days before people were allowed to return to their homes. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. Two adults and two children were taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, Police Scotland confirmed. He said: "Immediately after I felt a big bang, I knew it was an explosion. Latest on Kincaidston explosion: Investigation still ongoing as officials race to make 24 homes safe . The condition of gas pipes in Kincaidston are being probed as part of an investigation into the devastating explosion. 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This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Two adults and two children have been taken to hospital after an explosion at a house in . Aftermath of the gas explosion at Gorse Park in Kincaidston, Ayr, which has left a family of four in hospital. But police did tell us earlier this morning that the area still isn't 100% safe. The blast completely destroyed one home in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, Ayr, on . Stars from the world of football, cricket and rugby will play it for laughs at the Ayrshire Hospice Big Sports Lunch in April. Four people, including two children, were rushed to hospital. Emergency services at the scene at Gorse Park, Ayr, as three people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house. Many people in Kincaidston suspect a gas explosion was to blame but that has never been confirmed. (Image: Ayrshire Post) Get the latest news from the Express straight . Kerr McCann was one of the first on the scene. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Family of four seriously injured in Ayr explosion. She heard sirens and saw smoke billowing, so made her way back home. A spokesperson said: "We fully understand how last October's explosion caused considerable concern for many people in the local community. Long-term corrosion of a gas pipe caused the explosion, however no blame could be directed to any one agency. The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android. At least three fire applianceshave rushed to the scene with multiple police cars and ambulances in attendance. View our online Press Pack. 19 October 2021. Plans were announced last week with the gas distribution company promising the major works will take place in the week commencing Monday, November 29. Businesses have been offering meals and the nearby Sundrum holiday caravan park offered accommodation for anybody who needed it. A spokesman said: 'Our engineers are currently assisting the emergency services to ensure the immediate vicinity is made safe in our role as the gas emergency service.'. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. A Place In The Sun host cringes at 'hard work' couple's low offer on property. Credit: PA. Sakala claimed Gers were the better team but they couldn't back it up in Viaplay Cup final defeat at Hampden. He tweeted: "Massive explosion in Kincaidston Ayr tonight, the explosion could be heard from up to six miles away.". Many people took to Twitter to express hope that no one was injured in the explosion. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services. At around 7.10pm on Monday night, emergency services were called to the scene in the Gorse Park area of Ayr. Twitter user @mrmckinlayRMPS tweeted: "Hoping that everyone is safe after the explosion in Kincaidston this evening. It could be anything. It came just hours after the Ayrshire Post revealed residents were living in fear as we backed the furious communitys campaign for change. A 47-year-old male is currently within Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and an 11-year-old is within the Royal Hospital for Sick Children. The Health and Safety Executive has concluded its investigation into the incident in Kincaidston, Ayr, on October 18 last year. Scottish Gas Networks said it was ensuring the site around the 'serious explosion' was made safe. Neil Wilson was found seriously injured on Nairn Road at around 1.15am on Tuesday morning. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. The council hopes to allow householders to be able to access their homes and collect their belongings, after being locked out of their homes for eight days. DON'T MISSSweden explosion: 25 injured and more than 100 evacuated[INSIGHT]Woman people injured as van explodes on housing estate[REVEAL]Lincolnshire bomb scares: Controlled explosion and schools evacuated[COMMENT], A spokeswoman said: We dispatched a number of resources to the scene, including three specialist operations vehicles, six ambulances and an air ambulance.. contact the editor here. Freddie Woodman is Rangers transfer 'target' as Michael Beale looks to solve Ibrox goalkeeper conundrum. Police, the fire service and other emergency serivces, including a medical helicopter are responding after an explosion at a house in Ayr. A home in Kincaidston, Ayr, exploded at 7:10pm last night Two adults and two children are currently being treated in hospital Shocking aerial photos show the extent of the blast which has blown . The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Kerr McCann was reportedly one of the first people to arrive at the incident. The fire service said there were still two appliances at the scene at 9.10am on Tuesday morning. Ayr explosion. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation. - The explosion occured in Gorse Park, Kincaidston just after 7pm. On Tuesday morning, building standards officers from South Ayrshire Council began internal inspections of 24 properties that are still within the cordoned off area. Community leader Robert Dunn who vowed to lead a crusade against the gas firm says the pressure on SGN has already paid off. Stunned locals told how they feared a plane had crashed or a gun had been fired when they heard the deafening eruption, which local councillor Chris Cullen claimed was caused by gas. Titford heard Kaylea screaming shortly before she died but instead of checking if she was unwell, he texted her to stop. . Love Island's Olivia and Maxwell brutally dumped before shocking twist announced. Wednesday, 1st March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. 'Schizophrenic's' brutal slaying of Scots dog walker 'could not have been predicted'. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. 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A mother and her son were left fighting for their lives following the incident, which led to the entire gas pipe network on the estate being ripped out during a multi-agency probe. The Health and Safety Executive said the investigation was ongoing and it was pursuing a number of lines of inquiry. contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. 3-min read. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. Publicidad en este sitio: #WhatsApp 449 103 0276 o escribe a: info.siglo21@gmail.com "Please share so that all those needing shelter can access tonight.". Please avoid the area if you can and let the emergency services do their jobs.. MP for Central Ayrshire Dr Phiippa Whitford tweeted: "Shocked and saddened to hear of the terrible explosion in Ayr this evening. Jill Hannah, 43, was visiting her mum nearby when disaster struck. The window warped. Aerial images show that one house in the terrace of four has been destroyed by the blast while the roof of another appears to have caved in and debris is scattered around the area. Gas company SGN has replaced 5.8km of pipes in the area with plastic ones. A family of four, including two boys aged 11 and 16, are in a serious condition after an explosion destroyed their home in South Ayrshire. Two children and two adults were taken to hospital after an explosion shook a Scottish housing estate in Ayr on Monday evening, October 18, police said.South Ayrshire Police said emergency services were called to the blast in Kincaidston's Gorse Park at around 7.10pm on Monday. The news, broken to senior staff yesterday, has sparked a furious reaction with critical care beds set to move to Crosshouse. Hoping that everyone is safe after the explosion in Kincaidston this evening. 2023 BBC. Published: 05:32 EST, 19 October 2021 | Updated: 10:08 EST, 19 October 2021. Her street was littered with broken roof tiles. Keeping up the good work at Woodlands Glencoe, Police clamp down on biker gangs in Barrhead and Neilston, Whats In This Weeks Oban Times 1st March 2023, New Cumnock: Three teens in savage brick attack on girl, Erskine: Tributes paid to community champion Chris Reid, Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Prior to development, Kincaidston was a farm on the outskirts of Ayr. Chef's 'dream' realised as Gordon Ramsay announces grand final line-up for Next Level Chef. It comes with a family of four still hospitalised two of whom are in a critical condition. "A decision on whether to submit a report to the procurator fiscal will be made on conclusion of the investigation.". The Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Humza Yousaf, tweeted: "My thanks to all of our Emergency Services attending the scene of this awful incident. SGN has vowed to rip up Kincaidstons entire gas network after residents voiced concerns in the aftermath of the devastating explosion. Dozens of properties were damaged and one was completely destroyed by the blast in the Gorse Park area of Kincaidston in October last year. Aldi launches tasty Easter treat 2 cheaper than high street equivalent. "I pass on my condolences to the injured.". Editors' Code of Practice. Marion Ferguson, 43, and William Ferguson, 47, are being treated in hospital along with their two sons following the explosion in Kincaidston, Ayr, on Monday night Scotland gas explosion: Four in hospital after 'big bang' in Ayr that left house destroyed 'Early yesterday evening there was a row of houses and now there is a hole' "If you're at a loss and have nowhere please get in touch we would be more than happy to help.". The incident took place at Gorse Park, at around 7.10pm on Monday. CCTV captured an explosion at a house in Ayr, which could be heard eight miles away. There is a GP surgery and a LloydsPharmacy at the Bankfield Medical Practice. More info. Frank Kinnis, 83, suffered fatal injuries after David Johnstone stamped on his head in woodland in Elgin. Olivia Hawkins and Maxwell Samuda, Shaq Muhammad and Tanya Manhenga, Claudia Fogarty and Keanan Brand, and Casey O'Gorman and Rosie Seabrook were all at risk of exiting the villa. 19 October 2021. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. TWO adults and two children remain in hospital following an explosion in a residential area of Ayrshire. He added: The whole house has disappeared; the gable end of the other house is opened up and there's cars with windows put in from the shrapnel. Scottish Gas Networks confirmed it was ensuring the area around the site was made safe. Two adults and two children have been taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, the force said. Samantha Gilbert tragically lost her life, leaving her loved ones completely devastated. On 18 October 2021, four people were injured in an explosion that destroyed a house on Gorse Park and damaged multiple others.[1][2]. Following the explosion, a 43-year-old woman, a 47-year-old man . Police say that investigations into the explosion are ongoing and there has been a sizeable presence from Scottish Gas Networks here. BAFTAs . Ayr St Columba Church has opened its church hall in Midton Road in Ayr for anyone seeking shelter. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) later announced that no further action would be taken over the explosion, despite the damage. Four people are in hospital following an explosion at several homes in the Kincaidston area of Ayr. Three of the four worst affected houses have been demolished, while the other is empty. Emergency services are on the scene in Kincaidston after reports of a large explosion. I then got to a kid whose foot was stuck under the debris. 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