Two Adults Die in Bristol House Explosion

Two adults died following an explosion at a house in Sterncourt Road, in the Frenchay area of northeast Bristol, early on Wednesday morning, Avon and Somerset Police reported.

The blast occurred at around 6:30 a.m. at a residential property, prompting police to declare a major incident. The cause is being treated as suspicious, though officers stated they are not seeking anyone else in connection with the deaths and emphasized that the incident is not considered a terrorist attack. The families of the two adults killed have been informed.

A large cordon was established around the scene, with nearby residents evacuated as a precaution to a temporary rest center at a local pub, the Harvester. Police said there is no evidence of significant structural damage to surrounding properties. Emergency services, including ambulances, fire crews and police, responded swiftly after reports of a loud bang and smoke.

In a statement, an Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "Emergency services are following well-rehearsed plans in response to this incident. Our inquiries are at an early stage, but at this point we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident. The cordon...