'Multiple casualties' after explosion at Avonmouth water plant in Bristol
The scene in Avonmouth, Bristol Photograph: Ben Birchall/PA
"Police have declared a major incident after people were injured in a large explosion at a water recycling centre in Bristol.
The explosion is believed to have involved chemical tanks at Wessex Water’s Bristol water recycling centre in Avonmouth''.
“We were joined at the scene by our police and ambulance colleagues and have now handed over the incident to the police and continue to support our multi-agency partners.”
A spokesman for South Western ambulance service added: “We sent multiple resources to the scene, including land, air and other specialist paramedic teams.”
People who work near the site reported hearing a loud explosion.
One witness said they saw about 10 ambulances heading to the site, while another said nearby buildings shook.''
"Police have declared a major incident after people were injured in a large explosion at a water recycling centre in Bristol.
The explosion is believed to have involved chemical tanks at Wessex Water’s Bristol water recycling centre in Avonmouth''.
“We were joined at the scene by our police and ambulance colleagues and have now handed over the incident to the police and continue to support our multi-agency partners.”
A spokesman for South Western ambulance service added: “We sent multiple resources to the scene, including land, air and other specialist paramedic teams.”
People who work near the site reported hearing a loud explosion.
One witness said they saw about 10 ambulances heading to the site, while another said nearby buildings shook.''
