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19/10/2017
Investigations Launched After Gas Explosion In North Belfast
Investigations have been launched following a suspected gas explosion in north Belfast.
A number of residents had to be evacuated from their homes in the Farrington Gardens area of Ardoyne on Wednesday night, 18 October.
The fire may have started in the area which led to the explosion.
One home was significantly damaged.
Sinn Féin Councillor Gerry McCabe said that the Ardoyne community is shocked.
He said: "There has been what appears to be a gas explosion at Farringdon Gardens in Ardoyne.
"While it is early and we don't know what was the exact source of the explosion, many families as a result have had to be moved from their homes in order to maximise safety.
"The Ardoyne community centre has been opened for anyone affected. I want to thank the quick response of the emergency services who are on the scene dealing with the incident."
(CD/JP)
A number of residents had to be evacuated from their homes in the Farrington Gardens area of Ardoyne on Wednesday night, 18 October.
The fire may have started in the area which led to the explosion.
One home was significantly damaged.
Sinn Féin Councillor Gerry McCabe said that the Ardoyne community is shocked.
He said: "There has been what appears to be a gas explosion at Farringdon Gardens in Ardoyne.
"While it is early and we don't know what was the exact source of the explosion, many families as a result have had to be moved from their homes in order to maximise safety.
"The Ardoyne community centre has been opened for anyone affected. I want to thank the quick response of the emergency services who are on the scene dealing with the incident."
(CD/JP)
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