A primary school has been evacuated after a gas explosion at a nearby house in Greater Manchester.
Tamoor Tariq, a councillor, said everyone who lived nearby has also been taken to a place of safety after the blast in the Fishpool area of Bury.
In a statement posted on X just after 12 noon, he said: “Heartbreaking to share there has been a gas explosion in the last few minutes right across from my house…
“Emergency services are doing all possible to deal with this awful situation.”
Police said a woman in her 70s had been taken to hospital with “serious injuries”.
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service said multiple crews had been dispatched to the scene.
A spokesperson added: “Residents in the area are advised to keep windows and doors closed and avoid the scene while crews carry out their work.”
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Bury Council said its officials were aware of the incident and also urged those living nearby to keep their windows closed.
A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said: “Emergency services are currently responding to reports of an explosion at a property on Nelson Street in the Fishpool area of Bury.
“At this stage, a woman in her 70s has been taken to hospital with serious injuries. A 200m cordon is in place around the property and neighbouring homes.
“Local residents and the community will be informed if they need to take any further action.”
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