'Gas' explosion tears massive hole in flat's bedroom wall as fire and ambulance crews rush to the scene By Amie Gordon For Mailonline Published: 13:37 BST, 1 April 2019 | Updated: 13:37 BST, 1 April 2019 Viewcomments Fire crews and paramedics have been sent to the scene of a suspected gas explosion in Washington, Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service has said. The blast happened around midday in Collingwood Court. The fire service said casualties had been reported but the injuries were not thought to be serious. Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site dailymail and under his responsibility