Residents have been evacuated from the area, while a safety cordon and road closures are in place, including on nearby Littedale Avenue. Video taken from a helicopter flying above Heysham in Lancashire underlines the extent . A major incident has been declared after the blast on Mallowdale Avenue, where just the chimney stacks of a row of terraced houses remains. "We live a quarter of a mile away and it shook our caravan we thought something had hit it. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the overnight blast in Heysham, Lancs, which left four others - including both his parents - in hospital. "We can now confirm that sadly a young child has died as a result of the incident. Dan Knowles wrote on Twitter: "There's been a terrible explosion on Mallowdale Ave in #Heysham sounds disastrous, 3 houses collapsed, praying for everyone. 'People have really pulled together as a community, it's really humbling. We're extremely proud at the response of our officers and police medics who put themselves at significant risk to assist those who needed help. Ben Norman, assistant chief fire officer for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS), said they "think everyone is accounted for". He and his family have had to collect their things and leave. Parents pay tribute to George Arthur Hinds as two adults remain critically injured in hospital. She said the focus was now on establishing how and why the pipe came to be cut and that investigation would be "complex and lengthy". No one knew what had happened. Through a combination of loud music, late night hammering and drilling, and a rotating flurry of drunk and drugged up visitors he had plagued the lives of neighbours Martin and Alison Evans for five years and the Hinds family since they arrived on the street in 2019. It was disbelief and shock. The community is in shock following the explosion. Earlier, the service said on Twitter that 10 units were called to a row of homes around 2.30am and that firefighters were searching the scene. Emergency services called to Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, on May 16. No sentence I can pass will be adequate for their loss. The family have been informed and our thoughts remain with them at this distressing time. A neighbour whose home was close to the blast said: "We are all fine just shaken and worried about the house as we have no door or windows and the roof's damaged. Officers from the Civil Nuclear Constabulary at Heysham power station were first to arrive at the scene of the explosion today, it has emerged. I was already awake. Published: 12:35 EST, 24 May 2021 | Updated: 02:17 EST, 25 May 2021. Video, Watch: Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, An audacious heist that stunned Britain. Witnesses say that they were woken up by a loud explosion in the early hours of the morning. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He said: "It sounded like when you are at a firework display and the final rocket always lets off the biggest loud bang.". George Hinds, two, died in the blast in May, Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the blast. "It sounded like a bomb went off, one local says, while another "could hear people screaming" after the blast. 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We would like to thank the public for their patience and assistance while we dealt with this incident and express our gratitude to all our staff and emergency service colleagues who have worked extremely hard over the last few hours and continue to do so. Well work to conclude this incident safely and work with support and concern for the local community to ensure they can rebuild and go back to their normal lives in due course, he said. Two-year-old George Arthur Hinds, whose parents paid tribute to their 'beautiful little angel grew his wings', A roof of one of the homes destroyed in the blast which killedGeorge Arthur Hinds, Emergency workers at the scene on Mallowdale Ave Heysham, on Sunday May 16. Video Loading. If you do want to help, details can be found here. George's dad turns to face Greenhall as the sentences are read out. Sharon Greenham and Darren Greenham charged with manslaughter and theft. 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The blast caused debris to cover nearby streets and fields and residents described it as sounding "like a bomb going off". A third man, 47, previously held in connection with the incident, will not face charges, Lancashire Police said. Since then, they have ongoing pain and trauma which has caused flashbacks, depression and suicidal thoughts. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, on 16 May. Darren Greenham will return to the dock today, where he sat with his head bowed thoughout much of yesterday's proceedings. Ten fire engines, police and ambulance crews are at the scene. Lancashire police said in a statement: "We remain at the scene of a suspected gas explosion. 45-year-old Greenham was a blight to the local community for years, the court heard. "A safety cordon has been put in place and nearby residents have been evacuated. By Gayle Rouncivell 24th May 2021, 5:34pm - 2 min read Updated 24th May 2021, 5:36pm St Patricks Catholic Primary School in Morecambe is open for first responders to make a brew or use the facilities. Two-year-old George died when the explosion happened in the early hours of Sunday, May 16. Former Morecambe town councillor Joshua Brandwood is organising a tribute to little George Arthur Hinds and the four people injured in the explosion. Electricity North West wrote on social media that it had paused electricity supplies to the area for safety reasons while the blast was being investigated. For the first time, they had to borrow money and are still living in a caravan. 17th Dec 2021, 7:33pm - 1 min read. In a statement they said: We are devastated at the loss of our beautiful George. You can sign up for free daily updates with the LancsLive newsletter here. They are "truly remarkable people". You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook. We ask people to have patience and particularly to have the family that have been affected in mind.. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Ms Studholme and Mr Hinds were also injured in the blast, which caused two houses to collapse and a third was seriously damaged. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Take care and stay safe. LancsLive will be at Preston Crown Court today for the sentencing of Darren Greenham for the manslaughter of toddler George Hinds. A house explosion which killed a child and injured four people was not caused by the gas mains, the company responsible for gas distribution said. "A search of the site is still ongoing with Lancashire Fire and Rescue and North West Ambulance Service also in attendance. Mallowdale Avenue, Littledale Avenue and Kingsway are affected. Director of Cadent North West, Jenny Moten, said: "The gas mains and service pipes are sound and did not contribute to or cause the explosion at Heysham.". Road closures are also in place and people are being asked to avoid the area. Dan Knowles, who lives four streets away from the explosion, said he thought there had been an earthquake. Emergency services attended and found two houses collapsed with serious damage to a . A third person has been charged in connection with a gas explosion that killed a toddler in Lancashire. "The only conclusion is the defendant was aware of these signs of danger or wasn't aware because of his self-inflicted impairment through alcohol and drugs". A two-year-old boy has died and four other people have been injured in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire that destroyed two homes. Residents of Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, were woken in the early hours of May 16 by an explosion which left nearby streets and fields covered with debris. A toddler has tragically died in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, it has been confirmed. A major incident was declared this morning (May 16) following . In October, we made four arrests in connection with the investigation and today SharonGreenham,51, and Darren Greenham, 44, both of Ambleside Avenue, Lancaster were charged with manslaughterand theft. I got out of bed and ran into my sons bedroom at the back of my house. I was the person who arranged for the gas to be diverted.. have been charged with manslaughter and theft. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham on 16 May. A North West Ambulance spokesperson said: "Following reports of an explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, we have resources at the scene and we are working with @LancashireFRS and @LancsPolice. Firefighters rescued five people from the site. 2023 BBC. Ive been very lucky. An explosion that killed a child was caused by a gas pipe being cut inside a neighbouring house, police said. And in the early hours of May 16 last year, a huge explosion occurred with the homes either side of Greenham's completely destroyed. Our reporter Olivia Baron is at the scene. Lancashire police said they were working with gas service engineers to make the area safe and Electricity North West said it had paused electricity supplies to the area for safety reasons while the blast was investigated. Four adults are being treated in hospital and one person, a child, tragically died. Aerial photos show the ruins of a number of properties in the terrace, as emergency workers search through the rubble. 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Locals have been forced to evacuate their homes after the suspected gas blast, with dramatic pictures showing the devastation in the Lancashire town. Four other people were also hurt in the explosion which destroyed two homes and seriously damaged a third. Lancashire explosion leaves young child dead and four adults injured in suspected gas blast, A young child has been killed and four adults have been injured, One man said he 'heard the bang as far as Lancaster', around nine miles (14km) away, Two houses collapsed and another suffered 'significant damage,' police said, 'I haven't seen an explosion like this before', Aerial footage shows devastating destruction at the scene of the Lancashire explosion. Detective Chief Insp Jane Webb, of the Force Major Investigation Team, said: 'My thoughts first and foremost remain with George's family and loved ones at this time, as well as those others affected by this incident. Theres debris everywhere, all on the next streets and in the fields. Anything we can do that might relieve a bit of pressure and a little bit of stress for those involved is worth doing.'. Two US Air Force commanders and four subordinates are FIRED after failing to ensure safety of nuclear weapons stockpile at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. An explosion which killed a two-year-old boy was caused by a gas pipe inside a neighbouring property which had been cut, police say. ", George Hinds was described by his parents, Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, as their "beautiful little angel.". Lancashire Police tweeted that they had put up a safety cordon and evacuated residents from nearby properties in the town some 25 miles northeast of Blackpool. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. Our thoughts remain with his loved ones. An explosion has been reported at a row of terraced houses on Mallowdale Avenue around 2.40am this morning (May 16), triggering a huge emergency response. But Greenham didn't turn the gas supply off to the property in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. Something went wrong, please try again later. A spokesperson for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are currently dealing with an incident on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. We are currently working with gas service engineers to make the area safe. He adds that experts evidence explained the smell and sound of the gas leak would have been obvious. The whole house shook, he said. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. A major incident was declared after the explosion and about 40 people were evacuated from their homes. #newshour4u #update # SUBSCRIBE To Get All NEWS First http://newshour.tk Morecambe Gas Explosion destroys 3 houses at . People were already outside. An explosion that killed a child was caused by a gas pipe being cut inside a neighbouring house, police said. This is the fire service's statement in full: 10 fire engines were called to reports of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue in Morecambe. "It rained down vertically on us.". Two people have been charged with manslaughter after a toddler was killed in gas explosion at a home in Heysham. An explosion has been reported at a row of terraced houses on chat around 2.40am this morning (May . Why not follow BBC North West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram? Sadly, we can now confirm a young child has died and four other people have been injured, two seriously. You can follow here for the latest from the sentencing hearing. Mr Norman said people should expect disruption, but he was confident there was no further risk. Blood, sweat and literal tears VideoBlood, sweat and literal tears 2023 BBC. A two-year-old boy has died and four other people have been injured in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire that destroyed two homes. Judge Altham moves to aggravating and mitigating factors. Please place items in the boxes on the tables to keep them dry in case it rains. The judge says the offence falls under Category A of the sentencing guidelines, the most serious and carrying the highest penalty. Emergency services had been called to the scene on Mallowdale Avenue at about 2.40am on Sunday, May 16. North West Ambulance Service say that they sent six ambulances, an advanced paramedic, four doctors and two on-scene commanders to the scene. VideoThe man facing 291 years in jail, An audacious heist that stunned Britain. A spokesman for the Health and Safety Executive said it was "aware of the incident and are assisting Lancashire Police with their inquiries". Just another reminder that if you have been evacuated from your home - there is help available. Any death of a child is of course a terrible tragedy, particularly seen by the suffering of George's parents. These pleas came six months after the first plea hearing and just six weeks before a trial was due to begin. Emergency crews declared a major incident following the blast at 2.40am this morning (May 16) on Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham. It was like a bomb going off, it was that kind of impact.. Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.. I have contacted our families closest to the explosion and all are thankfully safe. "We're not so far from the nuclear power station, so we were just assuming," she says. Other locals also described hearing the blast and thinking there had been an earthquake. Sadly, three families have been severely affected and our thoughts and prayers are with them all at this very difficult time. READ MORE: Neighbour killed toddler in gas explosion caused by drunkenly cutting pipes. A major incident has been declared in Heysham following a devastating gas explosion. We went to the road and saw the rubble up the street. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. There is no access to Littledale Avenue where the properties are located from either Kingsway or Mallowdale Avenue or Sugham Lane. The force said it was now treating the probe as a criminal investigation and inquiries continue into how the pipe came to be cut. You can donate here: https://gofund.me/9fb52a30. Video, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Confidence in Covid probe hit and Sussexes evicted, Pret A Manger gives staff third pay rise in a year, M&S sorry for displaying daffodils alongside veg, Rees-Mogg had Covid test couriered during shortage, Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, School face masks worn to avoid Covid row - claims, Poor families more resourceful in past - top Tory. George's parents lost their home, their car, their ID, all their possessions. "Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible. Cadent, previously known as National Grid Gas Distribution, is responsible for the underground gas distribution pipes which transport the gas into people's homes. Fire and rescue services are still searching the properties at the centre of the blast on Mallowdale Avenue, and a police cordon is in place. People are asked to avoid the scene while emergency services respond. George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, died in the blast (Image: Lancashire Police) Two people have been charged with manslaughter over the gas explosion which killed George Arthur Hinds. A criminal investigation was launched in the days following the explosion and detectives, assisted by gas experts, identified the cause of the explosion as a gas pipe which had been cut inside number 20 Mallowdale Avenue. Sales of energy drinks are rising, but are they better than coffee at keeping you alert? Heysham explosion: Aerial shots show devastating destruction, Aerial shots show devastating destruction of the deadly gas blast, The explosion almost completely destroyed the home, George Arthur Hinds was killed in the explosion. If you would like to participate then stand on your doorstep at 7pm this evening (Sunday 16th). Detectives said they had identified, along with gas experts, the cause of the explosion as a cut gas pipe inside a property on Mallowdale Avenue. Your details from Facebook will be used to provide you with tailored content, marketing and ads in line with our Privacy Policy. Two of the adults suffered serious injuries. He lived without regard for the comfort of those who were unfortunate enough to live adjacent to him. We have heard from an elderly couple who left in their pyjamas. It has been reported that there has been an explosion at a property and firefighters are searching the collapsed property.". We stayed indoors and switched everything off at the source and then sat up all night worrying.. "Police were telling us turn off your cars and everything like that, and we had to turn off the gas. A Lancashire Police spokesperson added: "We are currently at the scene of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. An evacuation centre has been set up at Salt Ayre. Morecambe Bay NHS Trust has tweeted their condolences. George's parents said the two-year-old "was so precious to us", Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the blast, Cadent said the gas mains did not cause the blast. In a tribute they said: We are devastated at the loss of our beautiful George. Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Ben Norman, tells us that 10 fire engines with around 80 firefighters attended the scene at the height of the incident. Another devastating loss of life this week in Lancashire. Emergency services were called to Mallowdale Avenue . A cordon is in place along Mallowdale Avenue as emergency services attend. The grief being felt by their families will be beyond comprehension. heysham gas explosion charges. He comments on the CCTV footage and says it is a miracle no other fatalities occurred. There is still lots of work being carried out at the scene with firefighters still attending. We have 10 fire engines in attendance and we are working with partners at the scene. Cadent, says its. He guides me through his property to the back garden which is full of debris from the blast. It was like a bomb going off, it was that kind of impact, she told PA Media. The general public has been fantastic and they have risen to the challenge.. Forensic examination of the scene had been completed, the force said, and it had been handed over to the local authority. The comments below have been moderated in advance. 'There are a lot of people who want to do good, but they don't know how to go about doing it, so by putting something in place, they always rise to the challenge. A . Heartbreaking that a child has died and 4 people seriously injured after a gas explosion.A multiagency response is ongoing at the scene.Thoughts with all those families effected. "It sounded like a bomb went off." Bits of the house have been blasted metres away from where the property previously stood in Heysham, Lancashire, which is now merely a crater filled with rubble. If so email webnews@mirror.co.uk. 20, Mallowdale Avenue. His parents and another man and woman required hospital treatment. Read about our approach to external linking. George's parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, who lived at number 18, were also injured but have since been discharged from hospital. In addition to the loss of their son, George's parents were left without anything. While drunk and high on drugs, Greenham cut copper pipes in his council house with the mindset to sell before being evicted from the property. We were called at 2.40am this morning (Sunday May 16th) to reports that a number of houses on the road had collapsed. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Kingsway in both directions closed due to a property gas explosion from Meldon Road to Tarnbrook Road. We remain at scene of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham which has caused two houses to collapse and badly damaged another, Lancashire police said. It looks like there's been a hurricane, but the residents of Bowland Street in Lancaster are walking around the aftermath of a gas explosion. CNC Heysham wrote on Twitter: "Our officers were first on scene to a major incident in Heysham early this morning. He returns to the dock today as Honorary Recorder Robert Altham passes sentence. A MAN and a woman have tonight been charged with manslaughter after a little boy died in a massive gas blast. He will receive 15% credit instead. He will face concurrent sentences for each three charges - the second two, theft and criminal damage will receive one month each. We will bring you live updates on this incident via our live blog below. Gas service engineers are working to make the area safe. The police enquiry is now being classed as a criminal investigation.'. His heartbroken parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds were also injured, although not seriously. A gas explosion in north Lancashire that killed a two year old boy was not caused by issues with nearby mains and service pipes, according to the company that manages them. Det Ch Insp Jane Webb, of Lancashire Police, said "an incredible amount of work" had been done at the scene "in a relatively short space of time" and officers had been able to identify the source. Read about our approach to external linking. We have no words to describe how we feel and just want time to ourselves to come to terms with what has happened. Im really sad for those people, its such a sad thing to happen to them.. 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. Two other people - a man aged 44 and a woman aged 50 - remain in hospital with 'critical injuries'. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. Two fire engines, the urban search and rescue unit, search and rescue dogs and the air support unit remain at the incident. A major incident has been declared in Heysham following a devastating gas explosion. Some 55 other properties were damaged with six homes evacuated and some neighbours forced to move out for more than a year. Incident commander gives statement to LancsLive after child dies in suspected gas explosion in Heysham. 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