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Emergency services remain at the scene of a house explosion in Kirkland Walk, Middlesbrough.
A 57-year-old man has been taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle with serious burn injuries.
Twelve houses have been affected by the explosion, and houses in Kirkland Walk and nearby Errington Avenue have been evacuated.
Cleveland Police, Cleveland Fire Brigade, North East Ambulance Service and Northern Powergrid are currently working together at the scene, to make it safe.
Whilst there is currently no wider threat to public safety, members of the public should avoid the area.
Overdale Road is currently closed between Ettington Avenue and Gilmonby Road. There is no access to Frampton Green from Ettington Avenue.
Anyone concerned about housing needs or support can visit Park End Primary School which has now been opened as a reception centre for residents.
We thank local residents for their patience as we continue to deal with this incident.