An explosion has destroyed a house in southern Bristol suburb.

The property, on Whitchurch Lane, Hartcliffe 'exploded' at around 8:15pm on Saturday night.

Bristol Live has received multiple reports of the incident, which was so big it caused homes several minutes walk away to 'shake'.

In response four crews from Temple and Bedminster fire stations attended the scene, and two firefighters in breathing apparatus managed to extinguish the blaze.

Other crew members worked to administer first aid to a number of casualties at the scene, prior to the arrival of ambulance crews and police officers.

If you have any information about the 'explosion' please email bristolpostnews@localworld.co.uk

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