But police did tell us earlier this morning that the area still isn't 100% safe. Gas distribution company SGN was helping emergency services. Credit: PA. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Almost one month later the cause of the blast that ripped apart three homes in Kincaidston remains unknown. At around 7.10pm on Monday night, emergency services were called to the scene in the Gorse Park area of Ayr. Marion and William Ferguson remain seriously injured in hospital. All rights reserved. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. A spokesperson for the firm said: Were unable to comment further (due to the investigation).. We have written to those most directly affected to explain our decision. 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He tweeted: "Massive explosion in Kincaidston Ayr tonight, the explosion could be heard from up to six miles away.". Family of four seriously injured in Ayr 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. Get the latest news from the Express straight to your inbox. We investigated this incident fully andnotified the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) of the outcome of the investigation, a statement said. 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. Mr McCann said he and other people who had run to help were removed from the area for their own safety shortly after. 18th Oct 2021. Allure Spa also offered to take in those who need shelter and wrote on Facebook: "People of Kincadiston if you have to be evacuated and have nowhere to go we can open up our shop to you we have 10 cosy beds with covers and a kettle. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. 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 . Emergency crews are at the scene of the blast which took place in the Kincaidston area of Ayr on Monday night. 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Early yesterday evening there was a row of houses and now there is a hole. @Blaircameron202 added: "My thoughts go out to the people of Kincaidston Ayr tonight after a gas explosion has devastated several homes. A Scottish Fire and Rescue . @BelmontAcad01. Email us at scottishsundigital@news.co.uk or call 0141 420 5300, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. A joint investigation with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is being carried out.'. 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. Councillors insisted they had been left with no choice amid a tough financial backdrop. Every time you come out and look at it, it's there.". Two adults and two children have been taken to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock, the force said. Glazing firms and several joiners pledged to help residents secure their properties. Twitter user @mrmckinlayRMPS tweeted: "Hoping that everyone is safe after the explosion in Kincaidston this evening. "Passing the shop on the way back I heard people saying stuff came off the shelves from the explosion.". 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. HP10 9TY. Plans were announced last week with the gas distribution company promising the major works will take place in the week commencing Monday, November 29. Two adults and two children have been taken to hospital after an explosion at a South Ayrshire housing estate. That person was getting asked, Is there anybody else in the house? and we got everyone to quieten down. Well be starting work during the week of November 29 and well be writing to you again within the next two weeks to provide you with more detail on the project. 19 October 2021. The inspirational Ayrshire schoolgirl hopes to use her Miss Teen Great Britain platform to drive home a breast cancer awareness message. Emergency services at the scene at Gorse Park, Ayr, as three people have been taken to hospital following a large explosion at a house. The Scottish Ambulance Service said it moved patients to Crosshouse Hospital in Kilmarnock. Three of the four worst affected houses have been demolished, while the other is empty. Shocking images show the extent of the damage that the blast caused in a residential area of Ayr. 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. Kerr McCann was one of the first on the scene. Aldi launches tasty Easter treat 2 cheaper than high street equivalent. Caroline Finnett, who lives in Kincaidston, was playing bingo at a friend's house when she heard a "massive bang". Annfield Burn flows through the scheme at the north side. More than seven months ago, a blast ripped through Gorse Park in Kincaidston, near Ayr, damaging dozens of homes and cars. A mother, aged 43, and her 16-year-old-son are fighting for their lives in the wake of last week's explosion. It was scenes from the olden days in the war. SGN has promised a complete overhaul of the pipe network starting in a matter of weeks. Witnesses said at least one terraced house was destroyed, with those on either side of the property severely damaged. The body of Kyle Sambrook and his beagle Bane were found in Glencoe on Saturday following a three-day search. Hoping that everyone is safe after the explosion in Kincaidston this evening. Scots presenter Andrea McLean 'bedridden' and has been 'poorly for so long now'. However, the advice remains that if any person does smell gas at any time, then they should not hesitate in calling the National Gas Emergency Number 0800 111 999.. The force said the alleged comments are wholly unacceptable, and referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). What we know so far about the Ayr explosion: What a lad he wasnt really crying, he just had a look of fear. 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. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Ayr St Columba Church has opened its church hall in Midton Road in Ayr for anyone seeking shelter. 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. The SNP leadership contender came under fire for two of flagship policies, free childcare for one and two-year-olds and increase council tax on second homes, as he was accused of copying old plans from other parties. 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. We have everything we need. They wrote: "Hearing of a massive explosion in Ayr. A corroded gas pipe was the main cause of an explosion which left a family of four in hospital, a report has confirmed. . The news, broken to senior staff yesterday, has sparked a furious reaction with critical care beds set to move to Crosshouse. 'A family of four were taken to hospital. There is a lot of chat on social media, which we have not been able to verify, that it was a gas explosion. "We believe, however, the action we undertook to replace our entire network across the Kincaidston estate has provided residents with reassurance the gas network is safe. It tweeted: "Thank you all so much for your generosity following the incident in Kincaidston last night. 'This is a complex incident and different agencies are working together to establish he full circumstances of what happened. Scottish Gas Networks confirmed it was ensuring the area around the site was made safe. Dozens of properties were damaged and one was completely destroyed by the blast in the Gorse Park area of Kincaidston in October last year. 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It came just hours after the Ayrshire Post revealed residents were living in fear as we backed the furious communitys campaign for change. We only managed to get the kid out because the fire service told us to evacuate in case there was another explosion and they didnt want anyone else injured.. The iconic display team will perform a breathtaking aerial sequence over the coast at September's air show. Devastated mum diagnosed with cancer after thinking she was doing 'too much' at the gym. You can unsubscribe at any time. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Many people took to Twitter to express hope that no one was injured in the explosion. The blast sent debris flying into houses and cars . DeSantis won't say he's running. "Local road closures are in place and we would advise people to avoid the area at the present time.". Jill Hannah, 43, was visiting her mum nearby when disaster struck. Ms Muir, who runs a holiday home rental in North Ayrshire, rushed to her friend's aid within 30 minutes of the explosion and added that: 'The smell of smoke was quite overpowering, but the biggest shock was seeing the amount of rubble and how far it had travelled. Share on Twitter; Share on Facebook Share on WhatsApp; Copy link Page URL. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. There was stuff flying out the sky.. 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.. From my mums back bedroom window you can see down and there was a house and a half gone with smoke billowing out. The estate borders Belmont to the north, Alloway to the . Frank Kinnis, 83, suffered fatal injuries after David Johnstone stamped on his head in woodland in Elgin. Ex-chief constable of Police Scotland 'said bulk of rape complaints were regretful sex'. - Four people, two children and two adults have been taken to hospital following the explosion which impacted four houses in the . Almost one month on, the cause of the blast that ripped apart three homes in Gorse Park in the Ayr estate remains unknown. Neil Wilson was found seriously injured on Nairn Road at around 1.15am on Tuesday morning. Emergency services responded to calls to the residential Kincaidston area on Monday evening. Wednesday, 1st March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Police say four homes were caught up in the blast in Ayr. The condition of gas pipes in Kincaidston are being probed as part of an investigation into the devastating explosion. The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of last week's explosion in Ayr more than a week on from the devastating blast. Andrew Linton's wife Alison described him as a "happy family man" as she said his disappearance is extremely out of character, adding that his granddaughter Myla needs her papa home. Eve Beattie Trainee Reporter. The broadcaster said for the avoidance of doubt, neither Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? The fire service have announced nine appliances and specialist resources including an air ambulance had been sent to the scene. ', 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, Shocking drone pictures showed the aftermath of the explosion which damaged four houses and caused four people to be taken to hospital, 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, Debris at Primrose Park, Ayr. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. This is the first step in doing this., Don't miss the latest Ayrshire headlines sign up to our free daily newsletter here, The aftermath of the Kincaidston gas explosion on Monday, October 18, Residents say they are without answers weeks after the blast in Ayr, Kincaidston community leader Robert Dunn has welcomed the pipe replacement news. 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. The blast took place at a property in Gorse Park in the Kincaidston area of the town around 7.10pm last night. Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation. She said her street was littered with broken roof tiles. Emergency services are on the scene in Kincaidston after reports of a large explosion. 3-min read. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Stunning Red Arrows to take to the skies over Ayr for upcoming air show. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. 2021 explosion On 18 October 2021, four people were injured in an explosion that destroyed a . There were homework sheets, joining up the letters, you couldnt miss it. Body of baby found in search for missing infant after parents arrested. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Four houses have been affected by the explosion. 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. Most of the streets are named after flowers (for example, Celandine Bank, Honeysuckle Park and Speedwell Square) apart from Kincaidston Drive, the estate's main road. A Gannett Company. SGN has vowed to rip up Kincaidstons entire gas network after residents voiced concerns in the aftermath of the devastating explosion. pic.twitter.com/IuV4p9z3JY, A dad-of-three who heard a "massive explosion" half a mile away said it "sounded like a bomb going off, it was deafening.". Kincaidston Ayr tonight, the force said out. ' news.co.uk or call 0141 420 5300 news... 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