Firefighters tackle 'major gas explosion' at block of flats in Bedford
Witnesses reported hearing a huge explosion from a block of flats.Witnesses have described seeing an "inferno" after a "major gas explosion" at a block of flats in bedford.
Fire crews have declared a "major incident" in Redwood Grove, Bedford, with people urged to avoid the area and keep windows and doors closed.Images show the building on fire but there are no reports as yet of any casualties. Adam Fisher, 37, whose office is nearby, said: "A huge explosion heard - everyone went to our work car park to see what was happening.
"Our building is adjacent to the apartment complex - immediately an inferno visible, huge smoke cloud billowing, people screaming and people frantically calling for emergency services." A spokesperson for Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are currently in attendance at a major gas explosion on Redwood Grove, Bedford."There are currently six appliances, two water carriers, an incident command unit at the scene."
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