Significant gas explosion reported in Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Emergency crews are responding to a significant gas explosion in John Street, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, which occurred around 7:39 PM on Saturday. Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the explosion has caused substantial damage to a house, with reports of a loud bang heard by locals shortly before the incident was reported. A police cordon is in place, and residents are advised to avoid the area as emergency services work to assess the situation. Videos on social media depict severe damage to the property, with neighboring houses also affected. Firefighters are also responding to another industrial fire in the vicinity but have indicated the two incidents are not connected. The situation remains under investigation, and further updates will be provided as they become available.