Edinburgh: Man dies after massive explosion destroys home

An 84-year-old man has died after a big explosion at a home in Edinburgh.

The blast occurred at a home in Baberton Mains Avenue at about 10.25pm on Friday night time and was heard from miles away.

Neighbours mentioned they may really feel their home shaking, and one other particular person claimed they heard the blast from inside a close-by cinema.

Two different folks, a 43-year-old lady and 54-year-old man, have been taken to hospital for remedy.

Read extra: https://news.sky.com/story/edinburgh-two-people-rescued-after-large-explosion-at-a-house-13020760

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