Fatal Home Explosion in Chippenham
A home explosion resulting in the death of a woman in her 40s is believed to have been caused by a concrete patio slab overheating, according to Wiltshire Police.
The emergency services responded to reports of an explosion at a residence on Orchard Crescent in Chippenham at approximately 15:20 GMT on Thursday.
Investigation and Official Statements
Wiltshire Police described the event as a
"tragic accident"and indicated that there are no suspected suspicious circumstances related to the woman's death.
The Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service declined to release further information ahead of an inquest but confirmed that there was no ongoing risk to the surrounding area.
At present, the exact cause of the patio slab's accidental overheating remains unknown.
The fire service confirmed that its investigators are collaborating with police inquiries and will be
"providing a report to the coroner in due course".
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