England: Reported as home of casualties in Birmingham blast
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- The number of casualties and the severity of their injuries are yet to be ascertained
- The cause of the explosion is not yet known
- Police said emergency personnel are on the ground to deal with the situation
An explosion has damaged at least one house in Birmingham, England, while several people are reported to have been killed. According to West Midlands Police, the explosion was reported from the Kingstanding area, where other properties were also affected by the effects of the blast.
The number of casualties and the severity of their injuries are yet to be ascertained.
The cause of the explosion is yet to be ascertained.
Taking to Twitter, West Midlands Police wrote, “All emergency services are at the scene of a house explosion on Dulwich Road, Kingstanding, Birmingham. One house has been destroyed and the other has sustained significant damage. Casualties have been reported The evacuation is taking place.”
“All emergency services are working hard but we need your help. Avoid the area. Don’t post images from the scene online – think about the people involved. Follow first responders’ instructions if you live in the area.” Follow up. If you have been evacuated, go to the meeting place immediately.”
Continuing the tweet, the police said it would keep the public updated when they got hard facts to share.
Police shared that emergency personnel are on the ground to deal with the situation.
Police wrote, “Our condolences are with all those affected. Emergency workers from all services and energy companies are working really hard in very difficult circumstances. Thank you to those who have helped the traumatized and injured neighbours. ”
(with inputs from ANI)
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