A Scottish Fire and Rescuespokeswoman said: We were alerted at 7.11pm on Monday, October 18 to reports of a dwelling fire in Gorse Park, Ayr. Three of the four worst-affected houses have been demolished but one is still standing empty. During World War I, a Sopwith Camel crashed at the farm, killing the pilot, Captain Victor George Anderson Bush, who had been based at No.1 School of Aerial Fighting at Turnberry. MP for Central Ayrshire Dr Phiippa Whitford tweeted: "Shocked and saddened to hear of the terrible explosion in Ayr this evening. 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 . Two adults and two children have been taken to hospital after an explosion at a house in . 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.. Witnesses said at least one . I knew it was an explosion. Footage captured the blast on Gorse Park in the Kincaidston area of Ayr, Scotland, at . 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. Police Scotland said inquiries were continuing into the cause of the explosion. The nearby Sundrum holiday caravan park has offered accommodation for anyone who requires it. 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. Two adults and two children have been taken to hospital after an explosion at a South Ayrshire housing estate. "I pass on my condolences to the injured.". VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. He said: "Was it an explosion caused by gas? On 18 October 2021, four people were injured in an explosion that destroyed a house on Gorse Park and damaged multiple others.[1][2]. Marcus Tindal-Wiles, 25, who lives near to where the blast occurred, said he's 'never felt anything like it before'. The SNP leadership candidate claimed that she would look at creating a Central Bank during her time as First Minister, despite Holyrood not having the power to do this. "Our engineers are currently assisting the emergency services to ensure the immediate vicinity is made safe in our role as the gas emergency service. 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. He said: 'The entire building shook from the shockwave.'. 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. 19 October 2021. He added: Our thoughts are with the family and everyone affected in the community.. Gunshots caught on chilling doorbell footage in Greenock street after dad 'shot dead'. There was personal property and rubble all over the scene. Kincaidston was a farm on the outskirts of Ayr. The news, broken to senior staff yesterday, has sparked a furious reaction with critical care beds set to move to Crosshouse. HSE concludedthat there was no evidence to indicate that, on the balance of probabilities, SGN failed to do all that it reasonably should have done to prevent the explosion. Emergency services are currently at the scene and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time. Police say four homes were caught up in the blast in Ayr. On Wednesday's instalment of the Channel 4 property show, Julie and Peter enlisted Lee's help to find their dream holiday home in South West France. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Every time you come out and look at it, it's there.". Emergency services are responding following a blast in the residential Kincaidston area. Something went wrong, please try again later. A MOTHER and son remain in critical condition following an explosion which destroyed a house in Ayr . ICU beds to shut at Ayr Hospital as NHS chiefs admit strain on system. He said some of his neighbours were in a worse position. Ayr St Columba Church has opened its church hall in Midton Road in Ayr for anyone seeking shelter. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation. 246 were here. The blast was reported in Kincaidston shortly after 19:00 on Monday. I thought my home was coming down so I ran out. Kincaidston Primary School is located within the estate. Plans were announced last week with the gas distribution company promising the major works will take place in the week commencing Monday, November 29. Titford heard Kaylea screaming shortly before she died but instead of checking if she was unwell, he texted her to stop. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: Enquiries are ongoing. HSE said they were unable to comment on the investigation. 'Schizophrenic's' brutal slaying of Scots dog walker 'could not have been predicted'. The sports therapist, who did not want named, likened the scene to a war zone as dozens of terrified residents ran for their lives. View our online Press Pack. Please note that traffic data is supplied by Highways England, Highways Wales, Highways Scotland and TfL. The property next to the Fergusons terraced home was also extensively damaged in the explosion, which sent roof tiles flying up to 200 metres away and left wreckage strewn across the street. Read about our approach to external linking. It was overwhelming. A fundraiser has been launched to get Arlene Blane over from Australia to be by sister Victoria Wallace's side when she goes through treatment. Mr Cullen also said that it could be up to 10 days before people were allowed to return to their homes on the estate. For other inquiries, Contact Us. What's he waiting for? Describing the blast impact, she added: There was a massive bang and the place shook. A multi-agency investigation that began after the October 18 explosion is still ongoing. Chief Inspector Derrick Johnston, area commander for South Ayrshire, said: 'Police received a report of an explosion at Gorse Park in the KIncaidston area of Ayr around 7.10pm last night. It comes with a family of four still hospitalised two of whom are in a critical condition. Face masks were introduced in schools because Boris Johnson was told it was 'not worth an argument' with Nicola Sturgeon. Kincaidston is a housing scheme in the town of Ayr in South Ayrshire, Scotland. 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. Former Rangers director Imran Ahmad's 'Life of Riley' claim on day one of 60m civil case. Work was also carried out on the roofs of properties to ensure they were protected from rain. The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android. There was stuff flying out the sky.. Steven Graham lives a few hundred metres from the blast site. CCTV captured an explosion at a house in Ayr, which could be heard eight miles away. One person, @cxllumrfc, said he heard the explosion "six miles away". The explosion was reported in the Kincaidston area at 19:10 on Monday and was heard for miles around. Ms Finnett then took hot food to the community centre where those affected are sheltering, and offered up her spare room to anyone who needed it. On Monday night, an explosion occurred in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, destroying one property and damaging several others. This map shows where the explosion occurred: Eyewitnesses on social media reported debris and plumes of smoke in the surrounding area. The Scottish Ambulance Service previously reported three people were transported to the local hospital after the blast in the Kincaidston area of Ayr this evening. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. The Health and Safety Executive said the investigation was ongoing and it was pursuing a number of lines of inquiry. "Emergency services are currently at the scene and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time.". Aftermath of the gas explosion at Gorse Park in Kincaidston, Ayr, which has left a family of four in hospital. Courteney Cox responds to Prince Harry's memoir claims he took magic mushrooms at her house. "The Council works under the direction of emergency services in these circumstances and stands ready to support our communities in any way we can.". Please report any comments that break our rules. Emergency services were called to the scene in the Gorse Park area of Ayr, Ayrshire yesterday at around 7.10pm. An explosion at a house in Ayr has caused severe damage, with the blast being heard for miles around. This will include timescales and information on traffic management.. It comes as SGN vowed to rip out old pipes that residents feared were corroding under their homes. "If you're at a loss and have nowhere please get in touch we would be more than happy to help.". . The fire service said nine appliances and specialist resources, including an air ambulance, attended the incident. 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. 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.'. Locals have blasted the closure with 'dangerous' diversions so treacherous "you wouldnt send your auntie up there". The blast completely destroyed one home in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, Ayr, on October 18 last year. "Please share so that all those needing shelter can access tonight.". The force said the alleged comments are wholly unacceptable, and referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). SGN has vowed to rip up Kincaidstons entire gas network after residents voiced concerns in the aftermath of the devastating explosion. Mr McCann said he and other people who had run to help were removed from the area for their own safety shortly after. The blast completely destroyed one home in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, Ayr, on . She heard sirens and saw smoke billowing, so made her way back home. "Please continue to listen to Police advice. We have everything we need. 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.". All of the gasmetallic main and service pipesin the area have recently been replaced. 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. Annfield Burn flows through the scheme at the north side. Marion and her eldest son are being treated at Glasgow Royal Infirmary, while William was in the citys Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Freddie Woodman is Rangers transfer 'target' as Michael Beale looks to solve Ibrox goalkeeper conundrum. Glasgow Film Festival 2023: What's on this year's programme? The brass plate on the Melville Monument dedicated to Henry Dundas claims he used his influence to delay the abolition of slavery. A COUPLE and their two sons cheated death in the explosion that flattened their family home. A mother and father and their two boys are seriously injured in hospital in Glasgow after the blast in Kincaidston on Monday evening, Police Scotland said. 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. Four houses in Gorse Park, Kincaidston, are likely to be demolished while 35 others are damaged or . What's he waiting for? 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' READ MORE:Kabul bomb attack: Horror as civilians killed in explosion at mosque, The house was not where it was, it was scattered about the street.. Ayr St Columba Church has opened its church hall in Midton Road in Ayr for anyone seeking shelter. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. He wants the investigation to be published as soon as possible and said people won't rest until they know the exact cause. 2021 explosion On 18 October 2021, four people were injured in an explosion that destroyed a . contact IPSO here, 2001-2023. 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 fire service said there were still two appliances at the scene at 9.10am on Tuesday morning. Waseem Hanif, spokesperson for gas distribution company SGN said: "At around 8pm tonight we received a request to assist the emergency services following the reports of a serious explosion in Gorse Park, Ayr. Long-term corrosion of a gas pipe caused the explosion, however no blame could be directed to any one agency. Caroline Finnett, who lives in Kincaidston, was playing bingo at a friend's house when she heard a "massive bang". were arrested. Caroline Finnett, who lives in Kincaidston, said she heard a 'massive' bang and then heard sirens and saw smoke billowing. SGN issued letters to residents informing them of the work citing they will dig up the Ayr estate to offer extra reassurance. He tweeted: "Massive explosion in Kincaidston Ayr tonight, the explosion could be heard from up to six miles away.". Samantha Gilbert tragically lost her life, leaving her loved ones completely devastated. Emergency services at the scene at Gorse Park, Ayr, as three people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a . The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they are in attendance. The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now. Ayr explosion: Major incident following reports of an explosion in Kincaidston. Copyright 2007-2023 STV. The friend of a woman, whose house was directly opposite the blast site in Kincaidston, described the scene as 'something you cannot comprehend unless you see the sheer scale of the damage'. Marion and William Ferguson remain seriously injured in hospital. We have written to those most directly affected to explain our decision. Scots woman, 35, dies in sleep as heartbroken family hail 'amazing' little sister. 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. 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.. Quick-thinking Chris who later grafted from 10pm till 6am at McDonalds revealed he trampled over mountains of debris to get to the stricken family. This is what we know about the incident so far. Please stop bringing donations now.". contact the editor here. Liel Abada insists Celtic treble would trump all Rangers trash talk after Fashion Sakala was silenced with Viaplay victory. All the glass in my close shattered and I ran out. The Health and Safety Executive has concluded its investigation into the incident in Kincaidston, Ayr, on October 18 last year. Two adults and two children were taken to hospital after an explosion at a house in Ayr that caused severe damage, with the blast being heard for . 2023 BBC. There were homework sheets, joining up the letters, you couldnt miss it. Please avoid the area if you can and let the emergency services do their jobs.. 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. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please 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. Published: 05:32 EST, 19 October 2021 | Updated: 10:08 EST, 19 October 2021. A spokesperson for SGN told the Post they were unable to comment on the condition of the pipes due to an ongoing investigation by police and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). I was in the army so I know what explosions are. 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