Four people, including one child, have been rushed to hospital following a major fire in Newcastle.
Several homes in Violet Close were engulfed in flames overnight, with firefighters rushing to the area at around 12.45am on Wednesday. Engineers from Northern Gas Networks are also on the scene alongside Northumbria Police.
A spokesperson for North East Ambulance Service said: "We were called to an incident in the Elswick area of Newcastle at 00.45h today (16 Oct).
"We dispatched four paramedic crews, four crews from our hazardous area response team (HART), a doctor, a specialist paramedic, a clinical team leader, a duty officer and a tactical advisor to the scene. We treated and conveyed four patients - three adults and one child - to hospital for further treatment."
Residents reported hearing the huge blast before seeing bright orange flames shoot up and tower over properties, .
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: "Shortly before 12.45am today (Wednesday), police were contacted by Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, who are dealing with a fire at an address in the Violet Close area of Newcastle.
"Emergency services remain in attendance at the scene. Road closures are in place on Buddle Road and the surrounding area, and motorists and residents are advised to avoid the area and to keep doors and windows closed if they see and smell smoke."
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