Gas Canister Explosion at Cheshire Farm Charity Event
Five individuals were transported to hospital following the explosion of a gas canister during a charity event held at a farm in Cheshire.
The incident took place at Moseley Hall Farm, also known as The Lambing Shed Farm Shop and Kitchen, located in Knutsford, at approximately 13:00 GMT, according to Cheshire Police.
The explosion involved a food truck and occurred during a fundraising event supporting the North West Air Ambulance Charity.
Emergency Response and Injuries
Paramedics treated all five people at the scene before they were taken to hospital as a precautionary measure. A spokesperson for the police stated that their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. The incident is currently not being treated as suspicious.
Statements from The Lambing Shed Farm Shop and Kitchen
The Lambing Shed Farm Shop and Kitchen confirmed that the explosion involved its food truck and that four members of its team sustained injuries.
"We are extremely grateful to the emergency responders for their swift and professional assistance," a spokesperson said.
Due to the incident, a planned event scheduled for Sunday has been cancelled, and both the café and farm shop will remain closed for the day.
"This has not been an easy decision, but our priority right now is the wellbeing of our team," the spokesperson added.
"Our thoughts are with our injured colleagues and everyone affected."
The statement further noted:
"We are co-operating fully with the relevant authorities as they look into what happened and will share further updates when appropriate."
Fire and Police Involvement
A spokesperson for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that their crews attended the scene and that the fire was extinguished.
Police reported they were alerted to the incident at the farm on Chelford Road by the fire and rescue service.
"Officers swiftly attended the scene and found that a gas canister on the site had ignited and subsequently exploded," a police spokesperson said.
"Whilst enquiries are under way to fully establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, it is not being treated as suspicious."
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