Bristol explosion LIVE: Frenchay blast kills 2 as bomb squad on scene | UK | News

Police declared a major incident after two people died in an explosion at a house in Frenchay.

Authorities said that investigations are ongoing, but they are not looking for anyone related to the incident and that the incident is not related to terrorism.

However, the incident is being treated as “suspicious” and police are investigating at a Speedwell property in connection with the explosion.

A spokesman for Avon and Somerset Police said: “A cordon remains in place while emergency services respond to an incident in Bristol.

“It was reported that an explosion occurred in a residence on Sterncourt Street at around 06.30 today. The cause of the incident is considered suspicious and a major incident has been declared.

“Two adults died at the address and their families have been notified. Emergency services are following well-rehearsed plans for this incident.

“Our investigations are at an early stage, but we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with this incident.

“The cordon has been put in place as a precaution to ensure public safety. Therefore, people living within the cordon are being evacuated to a temporary rest centre. There is not believed to be any serious damage to other properties.

“Officers are also investigating a property in Speedwell in connection with this incident.

“Given the recent change in the UK’s threat level, we would like to reassure the public from the outset that we are not treating this as a suspected terrorist incident.

“We would ask people not to speculate about the circumstances and continue to encourage the public to avoid the area while emergency services respond to this incident.”