Credit: PA. "A number of premises have been evacuated and two local rest centres have been set up to assist. First published on Mon 18 Oct 2021 16.52 EDT. . 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. A spokesman from South Ayrshire Council said: "The investigation into the cause of the explosion in Kincaidston is still ongoing and the site is still under the control of Police Scotland. Michael Mosley shares the weight loss snack that 'won't add to your waistline'. ICU beds to shut at Ayr Hospital as NHS chiefs admit strain on system. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: Enquiries are ongoing. HSE said they were unable to comment on the investigation. Marion and her eldest son are being treated at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, while William was in the citys Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Frank Kinnis, 83, suffered fatal injuries after David Johnstone stamped on his head in woodland in Elgin. Three of the four worst-affected houses have been demolished but one is still standing empty. Our campaign was all about making Kincaidston safer. Two adults and two children have been taken to hospital after a large explosion ripped through houses in Ayrshire . The news, broken to senior staff yesterday, has sparked a furious reaction with critical care beds set to move to Crosshouse. There was stuff flying out the sky.. @Blaircameron202 added: "My thoughts go out to the people of Kincaidston Ayr tonight after a gas explosion has devastated several homes. A local hero told how he helped save a child from the rubble of the horror house blast then worked his nightshift at McDonalds. 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. Residents have been evacuated from . We could hear a female adult voice a couple of metres away. Scots woman, 35, dies in sleep as heartbroken family hail 'amazing' little sister. Crimestoppers offer cash reward for information on firebomb attack on Tory councillor's home, Nicola Sturgeon and Peter Murrell's joint bank account is key to resignation, says Private Eye, The outgoing SNP leader and her chief executive husband are urged to answer the question about whether or not they have a joint bank account, as the magazine says Operation Branchform was the 'game-changer' behind shock resignation, Humiliation for Lorna Slater as more than 80 per cent of Scots producers refuse to sign up for deposit return scheme. Emergency services responded to calls to the residential Kincaidston area on Monday evening. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. It is quite shocking how far the debris has fallen and the damage it has caused. . South Ayrshire Council said the site was the responsibility of the insurers and no decisions had been taken about its future. Caroline Finnett, who lives in Kincaidston, said she heard a 'massive' bang and then heard sirens and saw smoke billowing. Prior to development, Kincaidston was a farm on the outskirts of Ayr. There is a lot of chat on social media, which we have not been able to verify, that it was a gas explosion. "We'd like to remind everyone if you ever smell gas indoors or outdoors, call the national gas emergency number immediately on 0800 111 999. Their two children have been released from hospital and are being cared for by relatives. Samantha Gilbert tragically lost her life, leaving her loved ones completely devastated. A43-year-old woman and a 16-year-old boy are currently within Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Credit: PA. The blast was reported in Kincaidston shortly after 19:00 on Monday. 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. 'We dispatched a number of resources to the scene, including three specialist operations vehicles, six ambulances and an air ambulance.'. Kincaidston was a farm on the outskirts of Ayr. 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. Local residents are being allowed in and out of the area. "I pass on my condolences to the injured.". One person, @cxllumrfc, said he heard the explosion "six miles away". Plans were announced last week with the gas distribution company promising the major works will take place in the week commencing Monday, November 29. SGN installed a temporary, above-ground, gas pipeline for homes in Kincaidston while investigations were carried out. Two rest centres have been set up to take care of residents in the housing estate and a number of neighbouring properties have been evacuated. "Local road closures are in place and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time.". A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a . 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. . Describing the blast impact, she added: There was a massive bang and the place shook. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. We know this will disappointthe residents ofKincaidston. The Ayrshire Post can reveal that investigators are looking into gas pipes on the estate. 'Two-and-a-half houses are missing. Emergency services were called to the scene, and a large presence remained throughout the evening. It was just horrible.. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Every time you come out and look at it, it's there.". It comes as SGN vowed to rip out old pipes that residents feared were corroding under their homes. Locals have blasted the closure with 'dangerous' diversions so treacherous "you wouldnt send your auntie up there". AYR: Postcode district: KA7: Dialling code: 01292: Police: Scotland: Fire: Scottish: Ambulance: Scottish: UK Parliament . A MOTHER and son remain in critical condition following an explosion which destroyed a house in Ayr . He said gas was one line of inquiry being looked at. Were now in the advanced stages of planning this significant project. Mr McCann said he and other people who had run to help were removed from the area for their own safety shortly after. "Over the next few days, we will be contacting the householders of the properties which are currently within the cordoned off area to provide an update and arrange for them to have some access to their property.". The house was obliterated around him and he was just sitting there. SGN has vowed to rip up Kincaidstons entire gas network after residents voiced concerns in the aftermath of the devastating explosion. He said: 'The entire building shook from the shockwave.'. The blast took place at a property in Gorse Park in the Kincaidston area of the town around 7.10pm last night. ", One eye witness, @_generallee, wrote on Twitter: "So there was a big explosion not far from where I stay in Ayr.". Taking to Twitter, the police wrote: "We are currently in attendance following a report of an explosion at a property on Gorse Park in Ayr shortly after 7.10pm on Monday, 18 October. 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"The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. TWO adults and two children remain in hospital following an explosion in a residential area of Ayrshire. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. @Blaircameron202 added: "My thoughts go out to the people of Kincaidston Ayr tonight after a gas explosion has devastated several homes. Emergency services are currently at the scene and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time. Family of four seriously injured in Ayr explosion. Debris at Primrose Park, Ayr, as three people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house in Gorse Park, Ayr. Hall lets Available Private function available Fully fitted kitchen Full changing rooms and showers Ideal. Witnesses said at least one . inaccuracy or intrusion, then please I was in the army so I know what explosions are. All of the gasmetallic main and service pipesin the area have recently been replaced. There were about 30 people all sprinting. Twitter user @mrmckinlayRMPS tweeted: "Hoping that everyone is safe after the explosion in Kincaidston this evening. He said: "Was it an explosion caused by gas? A spokesman for the Scottish Ambulance Service said: We received a call at 7.16pm to attend an incident at Gorse Park, Ayr, alongside Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. "If you're at a loss and have nowhere please get in touch we would be more than happy to help.". A spokesman for Scottish Gas Networks said: "At around 20:00 tonight we received a request to assist the emergency services following the reports of a serious explosion in Gorse Park, Ayr. They said four houses were affected but that a number of other premises were evacuated.According to Scotland's . "Early yesterday evening there was a row of houses and now there is a hole.". It was scenes from the olden days in the war. On Tuesday morning South Ayrshire Council said the response from the local community had been overwhelming. Asked to describe the scene, Mr Cullen said: "It is quite harrowing actually. 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. Steven Graham lives a few hundred metres from the blast site. 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. Two adults and two children were taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, Police Scotland confirmed. The blast sent debris flying into houses and cars . Was it an explosion caused by another thing? The body of Kyle Sambrook and his beagle Bane were found in Glencoe on Saturday following a three-day search. This is what we know about the incident so far. 19 October 2021. DeSantis won't say he's running. "Please avoid that area if you can and let @fire_scot and other emergency services get on with their work. The explosion affected four homes in the street and was felt several miles away. Publicidad en este sitio: #WhatsApp 449 103 0276 o escribe a: info.siglo21@gmail.com 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 Gas distribution company SGN was helping emergency services. Gacha Life Ideas For Characters, Open 24 hours a day Phone: Non-Emergency: (978) 772-8200 Fax: (978) 772-8237 Emergency Numbers: 911 Address: Ayer Police Station 54 Park Street Ayer, MA 01432 United States See map: Google Maps Ayer Police: Honor Service Integrity All upcoming events Jason . A spokesperson said: "We fully understand how last October's explosion caused considerable concern for many people in the local community. Councillors insisted they had been left with no choice amid a tough financial backdrop. READ MORE: Four in hospital and residents evacuated after explosion tears through house in Ayr Local councillor Chris Cullen told BBC Good Morning Scotland that gas caused the explosion . Jill Hannah, 43, was visiting her mum nearby when disaster struck. However, a Freedom of Information (FOI) request found numerous localised spots of corrosion in the pipe leading into the home, according to the HSEs report. We dispatched a number of resources to the scene, including three specialist operations vehicles, six ambulances and an air ambulance.. Emergency services are responding following a blast in the residential Kincaidston area. Micheal shared some of the benefits of eating one type of food, including improved brain health. Kincaidston Primary School is located within the estate. Mr Graham said: "There's people living about us who are pensioners and have had to dip into their savings because they've had their houses and their cars damaged.". Police, the fire service and other emergency serivces, including a medical helicopter are responding after an explosion at a house in Ayr. An 11-year-old boy is being treated in the Royal Hospital for Sick Children. 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. Dozens of people will spend a third night away from home after an explosion at a property in Ayr. Family of missing Scots man 'worried sick' and 'desperate for papa to come home'. Courteney Cox responds to Prince Harry's memoir claims he took magic mushrooms at her house. In a statement, the force said four houses had been affected by the explosion, with a number of premises evacuated and two rest centres set up to assist. "The Council also has teams on site supporting emergency repairs where possible for those affected. TWO adults and two children have been taken to hospital after an explosion at a house in Ayr which caused severe damage, with the blast being heard for miles around. 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 . It was like something you see in a movie.. 2023 BBC. Amateur Scots football captain in intensive care after 'sudden and severe accident'. Neil Wilson, also known as Neil Canney, was found seriously wounded after he was targeted at his house on Nairn Road at around 1.15am on Tuesday. However it was not possible to apportion blame to any of the agencies involved in the building or development of the estate. One person, @scottishchicp, tweeted: "Wow that explosion in Ayr is scary. The incident took place shortly after 7pm on Monday when an explosion happened in Gorse Park in the Kincaidston area of Ayr. Crews currently remain in attendance and are assisting emergency service partners.. @BelmontAcad01. 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. Devastated mum diagnosed with cancer after thinking she was doing 'too much' at the gym. It was overwhelming. Share via. We are currently in attendance following a report of an explosion at a property on Gorse Park in Ayr shortly after 7.10pm on Monday, 18 October. Mr Cullen also said that it could be up to 10 days before people were allowed to return to their homes on the estate. Many people in Kincaidston suspect a gas explosion was to blame but that has never been confirmed. The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. ITV bosses confirm Jeremy Clarkson and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire are not cancelled. Kincaidston is a housing scheme in the town of Ayr in South Ayrshire, Scotland. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. Copyright 2007-2023 STV. Mr Ahmad and former Rangers chairman Charles Green have received apologies from the former Lord Advocate James Wolffe KC for being arrested in the wake of being arrested in connection with the 2012 takeover of Rangers. The explosion was reported in the Kincaidston area at 19:10 on Monday and was heard for miles around. Freddie Woodman is Rangers transfer 'target' as Michael Beale looks to solve Ibrox goalkeeper conundrum. The fire service have announced nine appliances and specialist resources including an air ambulance had been sent to the scene. SGN issued letters to residents informing them of the work citing they will dig up the Ayr estate to offer extra reassurance. Emergency crews are at the scene of the blast which took place in the Kincaidston area of Ayr on Monday night. He said: "Immediately after I felt a big bang, I knew it was an explosion. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. We have written to those most directly affected to explain our decision. She heard sirens and saw smoke billowing, so made her way back home. 3-min read. Gas company SGN has replaced 5.8km of pipes in the area with plastic ones. The area was evacuated, with two local rest centres set up to provide shelter to those that needed it. Murder probe after man shot dead on doorstep of Greenock home in 'targeted' attack. Businesses have been offering meals and the nearby Sundrum holiday caravan park offered accommodation for anybody who needed it. 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. What's he waiting for? There was personal property and rubble all over the scene. An HSE spokesperson described the investigation as complex, adding they were aware of the significant disruption and concern in the local community. Other homes in the area were evacuated following the incident. She told BBC Scotland: "We walked up to where the house has been blown away, and it was horrendous - was like something from a movie set. Scottish Gas Networks said it was ensuring the site around the "serious explosion" was made safe. Coordinates: 552621N 43629W / 55.43914N 4.60808W / Kincaidston is a housing scheme in the town of Ayr in South Ayrshire, Scotland. The blast site remains fenced off. Slavery plaque on Scots memorial could go after plan approved for its removal. Shocking doorbell footage from near the blast zone captured the explosion followed by showers of debris tumbling from the sky. Council hopes to allow families to return to their homes to collect their belongings, eight days after the devastating explosion in Ayr. Emergency services at the scene at Gorse Park, Ayr, as three people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house. There is work going on to make sure that people can return to their homes and still have heating while the gas to the area affected by the explosion is sealed off to prevents any further danger. An explosion at a house in South Ayrshire which left a family of four in hospital was caused by a corroded gas pipe, an investigation has found. Read about our approach to external linking. "Emergency services are currently at the scene and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time.". Cars and other houses were damaged. Kerr McCann was reportedly one of the first people to arrive at the incident. By STV News . John Stevenson, 45, who lives a few homes away, said: I was just watching TV and there was this blast. Their spokesperson added: We are deeply concerned there has been an explosion, resulting in serious injuries and wish to reassure the public we are and will continue to work closely with the police and HSE to establish the cause of the explosion.. Two adults and two children have been taken to hospital after an explosion at a house in Ayr, . Community appeals have been started for food and drink supplies for those staying at the rest centres. He said: 'It is quite harrowing actually. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, a blast ripped through Gorse Park in Kincaidston, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms, Baby's body found as police still question couple, Havana Syndrome unlikely to have hostile cause - US. Emergency services are on the scene in Kincaidston after reports of a large explosion. 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. There were mothers carrying babies wearing nothing or in babygrows running for their lives. Read about our approach to external linking. He told the BBC he has paid more than 600 to fix his damaged cars but his insurance company won't pay out until the cause of the blast is known. One man shared CCTV footage online of the sound of the eruption heard some eight miles away. It could be anything. Glasgow Film Festival 2023: What's on this year's programme? "Two adults and two children have been taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock. Popular Ayrshire chippy crowned 'best in UK' at top national awards, The Fish Works in Largs has scooped the huge award impressed industry experts at the National Fish and Chips Awards 2023, Ayr Miss Teen GB hopeful shares powerful breast cancer message as brave cousin battles disease. Ayr explosion: Major incident following reports of an explosion in Kincaidston. We are at the entrance to the Kincaidston estate which, at the moment, is as far as we are allowed to go. 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.'. John Newall lives right next to the blast site. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation. Ayr explosion. Ayr explosion Gorse Park: 'Residents accounted for' as family of four 'seriously injured' in Kincaidston. It came just hours after the Ayrshire Post revealed residents were living in fear as we backed the furious communitys campaign for change. Almost one month on, the cause of the blast that ripped apart three homes in . He added: There is significant damage to the properties and the surrounding area., We pay for your stories and videos! Latest on Kincaidston explosion: Investigation still ongoing as officials race to make 24 homes safe . It's scary.". The estate borders Belmont to the north, Alloway to the . This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Gas distribution company SGN was helping emergency services. Four people are in hospital following an explosion at several homes in the Kincaidston area of Ayr. Ayr St Columba Church has opened its church hall in Midton Road in Ayr for anyone seeking shelter. Almost one month on, the cause of the blast that ripped apart three homes in Gorse Park in the Ayr estate remains unknown. 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