All emergency services and utility companies are at the scene of a house explosion on Dulwich Road, Kingstanding, Birmingham.
One house is destroyed with others significantly damaged. Cars have also been damaged.
WMFS confirms death of a women in tweet:
We’re very sad to confirm that a woman has been found dead at the scene of last night's explosion in #Kingstanding. Our thoughts and sympathies are with everyone affected. Read more on our website: https://t.co/kfoPLi5YMO
— West Midlands Fire Service (@WestMidsFire) June 27, 2022
Evacuations are taking place. Those evacuated will be told where to meet. People in the area must immediately follow the instructions of first responders.
Dulwich Road and surround roads are closed and will be for a very long time. Please help us by avoiding the area.
BBC reported: A woman has been found dead at the scene of a major gas explosion that destroyed a house in Birmingham and damaged others.
Please think of those involved and their loved ones and do not post images online.
We will keep you updated regularly as soon as we have hard facts.
WMFS and Police were called at 8.38pm on Sunday 26 June.