Emergency services arrived swiftly at the scene, where they found the aftermath of the explosion devastating. Two adults lost their lives, while three others were transported to the hospital for treatment. Their conditions have not been disclosed.

Avon and Somerset Police have cordoned off the area surrounding the property as a precautionary measure. Residents living within the cordon were evacuated to a temporary rest centre located at a nearby Harvester restaurant.

The police are treating this incident with caution. They have stated that they are not considering terrorism as a motive for the explosion. “Given the recent change to the UK threat level, we would like to reassure the public from the outset we are not treating this as a suspected terrorist incident,” an officer explained.

Officials are urging people not to speculate about the circumstances surrounding the explosion. They encourage anyone in the area to avoid it while investigations continue. “We ask people not to speculate around the circumstances and continue to encourage the public to avoid the area while emergency services respond to this incident,” said Avon and Somerset Police.

The nature of this incident raises concerns, especially given its timing and location. Major incidents require special arrangements by emergency responder agencies, highlighting the seriousness of what unfolded in Bristol today.

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