Alloa flat block explosion that killed man was not caused by the gas network, says SGN

An explosion at a property in Alloa, which left one person dead, was not caused by the gas network, the Scottish Gas Network has confirmedd.

Emergency services were called to Kellie Place at around 6pm on Sunday following reports of an explosion and house fire.

Graham Green, 50, was inside the property at the time and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Scottish Gas Network engineers have since conducted a “thorough investigation” and established that their gas network did not cause the explosion.

Graham Green, 50, who died in the Alloa explosion Police Scotland

A spokesperson said: “Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by the incident which occurred on Sunday evening.

“After a thorough investigation, we can confirm that the incident is not related to our gas network.

“Police Scotland and the HSE are continuing their investigations into the cause.”

The death is being treated as unexplained and investigations into the cause of the incident remain ongoing.

Chief Inspector Kat Thompson, area commander, said: “Our thoughts remain with Graham’s family and friends and everyone affected at this difficult time.

“Our investigations, together with partner agencies, to establish the full circumstances of what happened, remain ongoing.

“A police presence will remain in the area and I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support.”

Three other people suffered minor injuries after the explosion STV News

Three other people, a 72-year-old man, a 19-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman, were taken to Forth Valley Royal Infirmary for treatment for minor injuries following the incident.

Neighbor Rosie Adamson was sitting watching TV when she heard a “powerful bang”.

“I felt my doors shake,” she told STV News, “I ran into the dining room, looked out and saw the house, the flames.

“It was like hell.”

CCTV video from a nearby restaurant captured the moment the apartment block exploded on Sunday.

The footage, shared with STV News, shows a mass of orange flames rising from the property, accompanied by a loud bang.

Thick smoke billows from the explosion zone, causing the public to rush towards the incident.

The explosion ripped off part of the property’s roof and a hole was left on the first floor of the building.

Following the explosion, a multi-agency response involving police, fire and ambulance crews rushed to the scene, while engineers from the Scottish Gas Network also attended to ensure the area was made safe.

Investigations into the cause of the explosion continue.

SGN confirmed that the explosion was not caused by the gas network Getty Images

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were alerted at 6pm on Sunday 6 October to multiple reports of an explosion and fire inside a house in Kellie Place, Alloa.

“Operations Control immediately mobilized a number of resources for the specialized Urban Search and Rescue Unit and a heavy rescue unit.

“Three people were rescued from the building and required treatment for minor injuries.

“Unfortunately, a man who was in the building at the time of the explosion was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Crews left the scene after ensuring the area was safe, however, the public will be able to view devices at the scene as we continue to monitor the building and assist with investigative efforts.”

Keith Brown, MSP for the Clackmannanshire and Dunblane constituency, said: “My immediate thoughts are of sympathy with the family and friends of the man who died and to send best wishes for a full and speedy recovery to those injured.

“As always, in situations like this, many thanks are due to the emergency services for the way they responded.

“There will be understandable concerns, particularly among residents of neighboring properties, about the cause of this explosion and the extent of the damage to other homes.

“I know that the relevant authorities will work hard to provide information, reassurance and assistance as quickly and efficiently as possible.”