Two people have been killed in a house explosion in Caerphilly, south Wales.
Police and fire crews raced to the scene in Nelson on Friday evening after reports of a blast shortly after 6pm in the garden of a two-storey property.
Authorities have sealed off the street and say it will be closed “for some time”.
Gwent Police confirmed officers and firefighters from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene.
A force spokesman said: “Two people have sadly been pronounced dead at the scene and their family has been informed.
“The incident is ongoing and the road is currently closed.
“Diversions are in place to ensure your safety.
“Please find an alternative route for your journey.
“If you live locally, please ensure all doors and windows are closed.”
It is understood specialist fire crews are carrying out a structural assessment of the property.
In a Facebook post, the Tylers Arms pub in Nelson confirmed it is closed while emergency services work on the scene.
They said: “We are unable to open while police carry out their investigation at our neighbours.
“We appreciate this is a last minute cancellation for Band Night and Sunday Lunches but we are sure you will understand.
“We will update here when we are able to open again.
“Thinking of everyone.”