Chester market explosion: Three people rushed to hospital with serious injuries after ‘gas blast’ as buildings evacuated
THREE people have been taken to hospital by air ambulance after a gas explosion at a busy market.
Emergency services rushed to Chester Market on Hunter Street, Chester this evening to reports of a blast.
The buildings were evacuated, and three people were taken to hospital with serious burns.
The market, which opened just four months ago, and surrounding roads remain closed.
A police spokesperson said: “An evacuation of the Market and surrounding buildings has been undertaken and road and pavement closures are currently in place in the nearby streets while the scene is made safe.
“Emergency services are responding to what is thought to be a gas explosion at a premises within the Chester Market development on Hunter Street.
“Three people have sustained serious burn injuries.
“They have been passed to the care of paramedics and are on the way to hospital.”
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said: “Firefighters are currently dealing with an incident on Hunter Street in Chester City Centre.
“The incident is believed to involve a gas leak at a commercial premises.
“A cordon has been put in place and nearby properties have been evacuated.”