Two Dead After Suspicious House Explosion in Bristol
A man and a woman died after a house exploded in Bristol, UK. The blast happened on Sunday at about 6:30am.
Three people were hurt in the same explosion including a child. Two adults and a child went to hospital with minor injuries.
Police said the cause is suspicious but not terrorism. Avon and Somerset Police declared a major incident after the blast.
Officers were first called at 6:17am about a domestic incident. The explosion happened just before they arrived.
Police said the incident was domestic-related before the explosion. Officers are also checking a linked property in the Speedwell area. Police say they are not looking for anyone else.
Klear Note — A major incident declaration means police treat it as very serious. Domestic incidents involve people who live together or have close relationships.
Key Terms 2
- Major incident Official alert meaning emergency services need extra resources to respond
- Domestic-related Connected to a situation inside a home or between household members