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Reports of 'multiple casualties' after large explosion at industrial estate near Bristol

Jonathan Duane
Jonathan Duane

03:54 3 Dec 2020


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A major incident has been declared.

There have been "multiple casualties" after a large explosion at an industrial estate near Bristol in England.

The fire service believes this morning's blast involved a silo at Wessex Water’s recycling centre in Avonmouth.

A number of workers were on top of the container at the time.

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.

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

"The incident is ongoing''.

Jawad Burhan - who works nearby - heard it happen:

Reports of 'multiple casualties' after large explosion at industrial estate near Bristol

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A major incident has been declared.


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