Emergency services are attending an explosion at a house in Northwood, Christchurch. JOHN KIRK-ANDERSON/STUFF Six people have been seriously injured in the explosion which destroyed a home and damaged more than 20 others. READ MORE:* Live updates: Multiple injuries in gas explosion at Christchurch house* Christchurch explosion: What you need to know* Christchurch explosion: Witness video shows burning debris, dazed survivors* Gas explosions 'not that common' but poor installation could lead to death* What people saw and felt when an explosion destroyed a Christchurch house"It's our worst nightmare. Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Fenz) said the explosion came from the area's reticulated gas supply and caused multiple injuries. Lee Kenny/Stuff The aftermath of a gas explosion that left six injured and damaged multiple homes in Northwood, Christchurch.

Source: Stuff July 19, 2019 02:43 UTC