One clip appeared to show emergency services rushing to help someone close to the flames. Leicestershire police tweeted: “There has been a major incident on Hinckley Road, Leicester. Carlisle Street and part of Hinckley Road have been closed Please avoid the area. Mark Robins wrote on Twitter: “Jesus, huge explosion Hinckley road area about 10 minutes ago. Can see the flames and endless sirens going off.”Helen Knott said: “Explosion on Hinckley Rd in Leicester.

Source: The Guardian February 25, 2018 20:12 UTC