HSE 'taking no further action' after investigation into explosion

A family of four were taken to hospital following the blast in Kincaidston last year.

HSE ‘taking no further action’ after investigation into Ayrshire explosionSNS Group

No further action will be taken the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) following an investigation into an explosion that left a family of four seriously hurt.

The blast, which saw the family taken to hospital, took place in Kincaidston, Ayrshire on October 18 last year.

A multi-agency investigation to establish the causes was carried out following the incident.

However, HSE has confirmed that it will not be taking any further action having investigated.

An HSE spokesperson said: “Our thoughts are with those impacted by this incident.

“Having investigated it fully, the HSE will be taking no further action.”

The family’s home in Gorse Park was demolished following the explosion, which could be heard for miles around.

Another three houses were also demolished, while the gas company also installed a temporary above-ground gas line for homes in the area.

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