Explosion in Derbyshire town sees homes evacuated and air ambulance deployed to scene – along with fire crews and police

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service are currently dealing with an explosion on Ollersett Avenue, New Mills – with 12 properties in the surrounding area being evacuated.

Fire crews from New Mills, Glossop, Whaley Bridge and Buxton with the command support unit were called to the incident at 8.07am this morning. The air ambulance is also on the scene.

The exact cause of the explosion is still being investigated. Those who have been evacuated from their properties are asked to attend New Mills Leisure Centre to register that they have been evacuated.

Other local residents are asked to keep their windows and doors closed while emergency services deal with the incident.

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Firefighters are working to make the scene safe alongside partners from Derbyshire Constabulary, Derbyshire County Council, East Midlands Ambulance and Cadent.