A man remains in hospital in a critical condition after a suspected gas explosion in Longridge.

Police officers are continuing to investigate the suspected explosion in Wheatley Drive on Sunday, September 1 at around 10.30am.

A man in his 40s was found with serious burn injuries and he remains in hospital in a critical condition. Two other people were treated for shock.

The property suffered significant damage and efforts are ongoing to make it safe. A small number of surrounding properties were evacuated but most people have been allowed to return home.

A joint investigation between Lancashire Police and Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service remains ongoing to try to establish the cause and circumstances.

Police say there is nothing at this stage to suggest it is suspicious or that there was any third-party involvement.

Anyone with information is asked to call 1010 quoting log 492 of September 1, 2024.