An explosion that killed a child was caused by a gas pipe being cut inside a neighbouring house, police said. Emergency services are still in the search and rescue phase, she added, working to "make the area safe". "We woke about 2:30am and thought it was an earthquake at first. Cadent North West had said earlier the gas mains and service pipes were "sound and did not contribute to or cause the explosion at Heysham". It was like a bomb going off, it was that kind of impact.. "I could see blue flashing lights, I could hear people screaming. Greenham, 45, failed to turn the gas supply off, causing the huge explosion that killed little George Hinds. A third person has been charged in connection with a gas explosion that killed a toddler in Lancashire. See PA story FIRE Heysham. Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the blast. Their hazardous area response team (HART), which is specially trained to work with the fire and rescue service in major incidents, was also in attendance. Two-year-old George Arthur Hinds, whose parents paid tribute to their 'beautiful little angel grew his wings', A roof of one of the homes destroyed in the blast which killedGeorge Arthur Hinds, Emergency workers at the scene on Mallowdale Ave Heysham, on Sunday May 16. Heartbreaking that a child has died and 4 people seriously injured after a gas explosion.A multiagency response is ongoing at the scene.Thoughts with all those families effected. Police investigating a gas explosion at a house in Heysham in which a toddler died have now charged two people with manslaughter. Greenham was a selfish and disruptive neighbour. Toddler George Arthur Hinds died as a result of the blast. "A search of the site is still ongoing with Lancashire Fire and Rescue and North West Ambulance Service also in attendance. Lancashire Police said its investigation was ongoing. Another devastating loss of life this week in Lancashire. Aerial photos show the ruins of a number of properties in the terrace, as emergency workers search through the rubble. This is the fire service's statement in full: 10 fire engines were called to reports of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue in Morecambe. Were just confused as to what has happened.". One on occasion, the fire spread to a border fence and another time smoke could be seen two miles away. "It sounded like a bomb went off, one local says, while another "could hear people screaming" after the blast. 17th Dec 2021, 7:33pm - 1 min read. And in the early hours of May 16 last year, a huge explosion occurred with the homes either side of Greenham's completely destroyed. "We're not so far from the nuclear power station, so we were just assuming," she says. Aerial footage shows the devastation caused by a gas explosion which claimed the life of a two-year-old boy. George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, was killed by the blast on Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, Emergency workers at the scene of the explosion, in which two-year-old George Arthur Hinds was killed and two people were seriously injured in Heysham. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player. Share; 12:32 Tom Earnshaw. This is a live blog from Preston Crown Court. We were called at 2.40am this morning (Sunday May 16th) to reports that a number of houses on the road had collapsed. The parents of the two-year-old boy have paid tribute to their beautiful little angel' following the tragedy on Mallowdale Avenue. Georges parents were also injured, although thankfully not seriously. A young child has been killed and four adults have been injured, two of them seriously, after a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire Police said. In a basis of plea submitted as he accepted the manslaughter charge, he said: "I cut the gas pipes believing the gas supply was turned off. Twitter user @murphy30220538 posted a picture of the scene, saying three houses had collapsed after a "terrible explosion" that "sounds disastrous". This is the scene of the blast in Heysham. Watch: Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Paul Marsh, 54, of Banks Crescent, has now also been charged with theft and criminal damage. A North West Ambulance spokesperson said: "Following reports of an explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, we have resources at the scene and we are working with @LancashireFRS and @LancsPolice. Two adults are "seriously injured", she added, while "the other two remain under medical assessment". You can follow here for the latest from the sentencing hearing. Some 55 other properties were damaged with six homes evacuated and some neighbours forced to move out for more than a year. Residents say they were woken by the sound of a blast at around 2.30am Sunday morning. The blast caused debris to cover nearby streets and fields and residents described it as sounding "like a bomb going off". Darren Greenham is now back in the dock, wearing an all grey tracksuit. One of those two destroyed properties was the home of little George and his parents, with George's life taken away in the blast. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham on 16 May.. He returns to the dock today as Honorary Recorder Robert Altham passes sentence. In a statement they said: We are devastated at the loss of our beautiful George. Since then, they have ongoing pain and trauma which has caused flashbacks, depression and suicidal thoughts. The North West Ambulance Service tweeted that it had sent units to the scene to "ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible". Emergency services attended and found two houses collapsed with serious damage to a third property. When I see what those poor souls have had happen to them, its devastating.. Anything we can do that might relieve a bit of pressure and a little bit of stress for those involved is worth doing.'. A house explosion which killed a child and injured four people was not caused by the gas mains, the company responsible for gas distribution said. "He was so precious to us. Sadly, three families have been severely affected and our thoughts and prayers are with them all at this very difficult time. Expected to be ongoing for several hours until building assessments are complete. People were already outside. "I was awoken by a loud bang. We will bring you live updates on this incident via our live blog below. Ten fire engines, police and ambulance crews are at the scene. Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.. Two tragedies, two families torn apart, two little boys taken too soon.". A third person has been charged in connection with a gas explosion that killed a toddler in Lancashire. Electricity North West said it had paused power supplies to the area for safety reasons while the blast was being investigated. A major incident has been declared in Heysham, Lancashire, and nearby residents have been evacuated. The comments below have been moderated in advance. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham . He adds that experts evidence explained the smell and sound of the gas leak would have been obvious. Video1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat, How 10% of Nigerian registered voters delivered victory, Sake brewers toast big rise in global sales, The Indian-American CEO who wants to be US president, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip. The CNC is the armed police force in charge of guarding civil nuclear sites and nuclear materials in England, Scotland and Wales. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, on 16 May. Im really sad for those people, its such a sad thing to happen to them.. 'There is a lot of goodwill in Morecambe.'. Our officers were first on scene to a major incident in Heysham early this morningWe're extremely proud at the response of our officers and police medics who put themselves at significant risk to assist those who needed helpOur thoughts are with all who have been affected pic.twitter.com/Zpn5xkBegY. He guides me through his property to the back garden which is full of debris from the blast. A number of people have been evacuated from their homes and a safety cordon is in place. Emergency services were called to Mallowdale Avenue . "From what we gather it's taken two or three houses with it. Lancashire police said in a statement: "We remain at the scene of a suspected gas explosion. The emergency services, local authority and partners remain at the site and a safety cordon remains in place. After the major incident today near school, our thoughts and prayers are with all involved we will update you about arrangements for Monday as soon as we know. "We've got our little granddaughters staying overnight. Well work to conclude this incident safely and work with support and concern for the local community to ensure they can rebuild and go back to their normal lives in due course, he said. Sharon and Darren Greenham, aged 51 and 44, of Ambleside Avenue in Lancaster, have been charged with manslaughter and theft. A spokesman for the Health and Safety Executive said it was "aware of the incident and are assisting Lancashire Police with their inquiries". Our thoughts are with all who have been affected." Greenham suffered major burns in the explosion and would spend two weeks in a coma before being quizzed by detectives. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. THE parents of a toddler who was killed in a suspected gas explosion have paid tribute to their "beautiful little angel". The judge says the offence falls under Category A of the sentencing guidelines, the most serious and carrying the highest penalty. George's dad turns to face Greenhall as the sentences are read out. Two-year-old George Arthur Hinds died as a result of Darren Greenham's late-night DIY. "A major incident has been declared after we (were) called to terraced houses on Mallowdale Avenue. We have no words to describe how we feel and just want time to ourselves to come to terms with what has happened. He was high and drunk at the time of his late-night DIY exploits on May 16, 2021. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. For the latest updates, scroll down. Susan Faulkner, 74, who lives on Mallowdale Avenue, said: The sound really shook me, Im still quite shaken by it. Two other people remain in hospital with injuries described as critical, Lancashire police said. We have no words to describe how we feel and just want time to ourselves to come to terms with what has happened. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. "We were called at 2.40am this morning to reports that a number of houses on the road had collapsed. Video taken from a helicopter flying above Heysham in Lancashire underlines the extent of the destruction. While drunk and high on drugs, Greenham cut copper pipes in his council house with the mindset to sell before being evicted from the property. Ive been very lucky. Sadly, we can now confirm a young child has died and four other people have been injured, two seriously. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. All rights reserved. If so email webnews@mirror.co.uk. I woke up with this huge bang and I thought someone was breaking into my house, she told the PA news agency. In addition to the loss of their son, George's parents were left without anything. "Police were telling us turn off your cars and everything like that, and we had to turn off the gas. His defence asked for 25% credit on the basis of an indication of guilt to newly instructed solicitors and his memory loss. It has been reported that there has been an explosion at a property and firefighters are searching the collapsed property," they said. We are setting this page up to raise funds to help the victims in any way possible and also to help towards funeral costs for the young child's family". PA Photo. It sounded like a bomb went off," one resident says to me. George was described as a "beautiful little angel" by his parents who said they were devastated by his death. Two others, a man, 44, and a 50-year-old woman, remain in hospital with critical injuries. There are also search and rescue dogs and air support, along with police. For the first time, they had to borrow money and are still living in a caravan. I think we just dont know whats happened. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. That concludes today's sentencing hearing. Kingsway in both directions closed due to a property gas explosion from Meldon Road to Tarnbrook Road. 'Enquiries are ongoing into how and why the pipe came to be severed enquiries which are likely to take some considerable time. A major incident was declared this morning (May 16) following . We expect proceedings to get under way from around midday. Recorder Robert Altham has entered the court. 'I was awoken by a loud bang': Witnesses describe scene of explosion, By Sky reporter Sadiya Chowdhury, who is at the scene. Cadent, says its. Bits of the house have been blasted metres away from where the property previously stood in Heysham, Lancashire, which is now merely a crater filled with rubble. Scott Lancaster said he had been reading the news and jumped out of his seat when the blast occurred. "It sounded like a bomb went off." Sharon Greenham and Darren Greenham charged with manslaughter and theft. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast on Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, early on 16 May. Peter Glenser KC is expected to appear via video link on behalf of the defence. The police enquiry is now being classed as a criminal investigation.'. CNC Heysham wrote on Twitter: "Our officers were first on scene to a major incident in Heysham early this morning. Lancashire Fire said in a tweet that units were called to a row of terraced houses on Mallowdale Avenue in the early hours of Sunday and that firefighters are searching a collapsed property. Bits of the house have been blasted metres away from where the property previously stood, which is now merely a crater filled with rubble. She'd rung three people to get away from the area but no one was answering so she was just going to walk the streets with her dog.". Four other people were also hurt in the explosion which destroyed two homes and seriously damaged a third. We stayed indoors and switched everything off at the source and then sat up all night worrying.. A toddler has tragically died in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, it has been confirmed. Did you see what happened in Morecambe? A two-year-old boy has died and four other people have been injured in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire that destroyed two homes. There is a woman who is in literally nothing but her nightie, she said. "Road closures also remain in place and people are being asked to avoid the entire area while we deal with this ongoing incident. Debris from the blast covered nearby streets and fields, as residents described the noise "like a bomb going off". "Our priority is to ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible. Detective Chief Insp Jane Webb, of the Force Major Investigation Team, said: 'My thoughts first and foremost remain with George's family and loved ones at this time, as well as those others affected by this incident. Road closures remain in place in the area surrounding the property. Updates will be published here as we know more.". Ms Faulkner said that her own property and others in the immediate area had been damaged in the devastating explosion. A criminal investigation was launched in the days following the explosion and detectives, assisted by gas experts, identified the cause of the explosion as a gas pipe which had been cut inside number 20 Mallowdale Avenue. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Darren Greenham will return to the dock today, where he sat with his head bowed thoughout much of yesterday's proceedings. She said people were donating clothing and toiletries to evacuated residents. Officers from the Civil Nuclear Constabulary at Heysham power station were first to arrive at the scene of the explosion today, it has emerged. Ive never experienced that before. "Our officers attended and found two houses collapsed and serious damage to a third property. A Gofundme page set up to help Mallowdale Avenue residents had raised more than 20,000 in just over four hours. People also commented on the loudness of the explosion, including @jstewart668, who said people "heard the bang as far as Lancaster", around nine miles (14km) away. Video Loading. heysham gas explosion charges. Two people have been charged with manslaughter after a toddler was killed in gas explosion at a home in Heysham. #newshour4u #update # SUBSCRIBE To Get All NEWS First http://newshour.tk Morecambe Gas Explosion destroys 3 houses at . The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 45-year-old Greenham was a blight to the local community for years, the court heard. Delta agrees 34% pay rise for pilots - worth up to $90k - with other major airlines set to follow suit, Parole is DENIED for Robert F. 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Recorder Altham outlines the manslaughter case admitted by Greenhall - the cutting of the gas pipes which caused George Hinds' manslaughter. Download the LancsLive app for free on iPhone here and Android here. They're both in bathrobes. Lancashire fire and rescue service said 10 fire engines attended the incident in Heysham, a coastal town north of Blackpool, and that fire crews remained at the scene. Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Ben Norman, tells us that 10 fire engines with around 80 firefighters attended the scene at the height of the incident. Cat Smith, MP for Lancaster and Fleetwood, has paid tribute to the young child who has passed away. Recorder Altham commends the police actions in investigating the explosion, while offering no comment on the complaints over lack of action over earlier complaints. He was stripping the pipes to sell for 400 to buy a car. 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