A HORROR blaze ripped through a Newcastle home after a huge ‘explosion’ as cops warn residents “keep doors and windows closed”.
The house fire was sparked at an address in Violet Close, in the Benwell and Elswick area, at around 1am.
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Police have urged residents to avoid Violet Close as fire crews battle the “large scale incident”.
Road closures are in place on Buddle Road and the surrounding areas.
Locals were warned to keep their doors and windows closed if they see or smell smoke.
Witness reports on social media claimed there was an “explosion” in the early hours of the morning.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “We are currently at the scene of a fire at an address in the Violet Close area of Newcastle.
“Please avoid the area.
“Road closures are in place on Buddle Road and the surrounding area, and residents should keep doors and windows closed if they see and smell smoke.”
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service said: “We currently have several firefighting appliances in attendance at a large scale incident in Violet Close, Newcastle.
“Please avoid the area and keep doors and windows closed until further notice. Thank you.”
