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17 March 2023
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Man dies after gas explosion in Morriston, in Swansea, Wales
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A 68-year-old man has died after a gas explosion at a house in Swansea on Monday, 13 March 2023. Three others were taken to hospital after the blast in the Morriston area of the city, which shook houses miles away. Two properties have been "extensively damaged" by the explosion according to South Wales Police while neighbouring properties have also been affected. A major incident was declared and emergency services were called to the junction of Field Close and Clydach Road at about 11h20 GMT.
South Wales Police said the body of the previously missing man was found during a search of Clydach Road. The Police said his family has been informed and an investigation was under way.
Morriston Hospital said two adults and a child were brought to A&E after neighbours said they saw a boy being pulled from the rubble. A spokeswoman said, "The child and one of the adults were treated and discharged. The second adult was admitted with trauma injuries, and is in a stable condition."
The National Grid's website said 212 properties were without electricity but that was restored by 18h40 on Monday.
Swansea council leader Rob Stewart said about 100 people had been displaced.
The British Red Cross has sent a team of three to help and the council has set up a rest centre at Morriston Memorial Hall.
Support is being provided there for about 50 people until they are able to go home. Others have gathered in the Red Lion pub.
Wales and West Utilities said, "We do not yet know the cause of the explosion and our engineers will continue to support the emergency services as they carry out their work."
Welsh Ambulance Service and Mid and West Wales Fire Service also attended.
South Wales Police superintendent, Steve Jones, said, “Our thoughts are with the family of the man who has lost his life and those affected by this tragic incident. We are doing everything possible to reduce the impact on the wider community and allow access to homes as quickly as possible where it is safe to do so. I would like to thank the community for the patience and support during what is a challenging incident.”
Emergency services, Swansea Council staff, residents and the wider community have been praised for the unprecedented support they’ve given to those affected by the Morriston gas blast.
Rob Stewart, Leader of Swansea Council said, “Our staff, the emergency services and a wide range of community support services have been working round the clock over the last two days to support all those affected by this devastating event. Our thoughts and concerns remain with those most affected by what’s happened. We, alongside our partners, have done everything we can to support residents and all those affected. We will continue to be there for them over the coming weeks and months. The council has been providing alternative accommodation to those who’ve needed it free of charge and we will continue to do so.”
He added, “The amount of damage done is incredible and the recovery period will take some time. The patience of residents and the wider community so far has been greatly appreciated. The outpouring of support for those affected has been amazing to see and I know just how much those affected have appreciated offers of practical and emotional support. An official fund is being set up, details of which we expect to be able to share on Wednesday. In the meantime I want to place on record our thanks to all those who have worked so hard in the last 48 hours to support the Morriston community at this difficult time.”
Source: BBC, South Wales Argus, Wales Online
South Wales Police said the body of the previously missing man was found during a search of Clydach Road. The Police said his family has been informed and an investigation was under way.
Morriston Hospital said two adults and a child were brought to A&E after neighbours said they saw a boy being pulled from the rubble. A spokeswoman said, "The child and one of the adults were treated and discharged. The second adult was admitted with trauma injuries, and is in a stable condition."
The National Grid's website said 212 properties were without electricity but that was restored by 18h40 on Monday.
Swansea council leader Rob Stewart said about 100 people had been displaced.
The British Red Cross has sent a team of three to help and the council has set up a rest centre at Morriston Memorial Hall.
Support is being provided there for about 50 people until they are able to go home. Others have gathered in the Red Lion pub.
Wales and West Utilities said, "We do not yet know the cause of the explosion and our engineers will continue to support the emergency services as they carry out their work."
Welsh Ambulance Service and Mid and West Wales Fire Service also attended.
South Wales Police superintendent, Steve Jones, said, “Our thoughts are with the family of the man who has lost his life and those affected by this tragic incident. We are doing everything possible to reduce the impact on the wider community and allow access to homes as quickly as possible where it is safe to do so. I would like to thank the community for the patience and support during what is a challenging incident.”
Emergency services, Swansea Council staff, residents and the wider community have been praised for the unprecedented support they’ve given to those affected by the Morriston gas blast.
Rob Stewart, Leader of Swansea Council said, “Our staff, the emergency services and a wide range of community support services have been working round the clock over the last two days to support all those affected by this devastating event. Our thoughts and concerns remain with those most affected by what’s happened. We, alongside our partners, have done everything we can to support residents and all those affected. We will continue to be there for them over the coming weeks and months. The council has been providing alternative accommodation to those who’ve needed it free of charge and we will continue to do so.”
He added, “The amount of damage done is incredible and the recovery period will take some time. The patience of residents and the wider community so far has been greatly appreciated. The outpouring of support for those affected has been amazing to see and I know just how much those affected have appreciated offers of practical and emotional support. An official fund is being set up, details of which we expect to be able to share on Wednesday. In the meantime I want to place on record our thanks to all those who have worked so hard in the last 48 hours to support the Morriston community at this difficult time.”
Source: BBC, South Wales Argus, Wales Online
