Massive blast rocks town in South West England (VIDEOS)
Posted on: Sep 25, 2025 13:18 IST | Posted by: Rt
An blowup at an industrial land in southward w England has triggered a john major emergency response overnight, with multiple fire crews battling a large blaze.
The blast at the Groundwell Industrial Estate in Swindon occurred shortly after 7:30pm local time on Wednesday in a building used by a printing company, the BBC confirmed. Witnesses said the explosion shook homes across the town. The fire prompted the evacuation of the estate and the closure of several nearby roads.
At least 12 fire engines and specialist vehicles, including an aerial ladder platform and water carriers, were deployed, Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service (DWFRS) reported.
Eyewitnesses said flames engulfed the warehouse within minutes. Footage online showed a fireball lighting up the night sky, followed by a thick column of black smoke drifting across north Swindon.
🚨BREAKING: Dashcam footage from the explosion in Swindon, UK.A dozen emergency vehicles are currently at the scene on Groundwell Industrial Estate battling the aftermath of the explosion which was seen and felt around the town. pic.twitter.com/AJH2qFDIet
Wiltshire Police described the incident as “serious,” with a large cordon in place. Local residents were asked to remain indoors and close windows due to smoke.
WATCH: 'Serious explosion' at warehouse in Swindon in Wiltshire, England, police say. pic.twitter.com/L26kSkLnUU
The cause of the explosion has not yet been confirmed. In a 9:40pm update, DWFRS said a fire investigation officer was on site and would begin work “as soon as it is safe to do so.”
Ain’t putting that out any time soon #swindon#explosiónpic.twitter.com/ohxuayPM2P
Swindon Borough Council confirmed its emergency response team is working with police and fire crews. “Work is going on to understand what happened, determine if anyone was hurt and make the area safe,” council leader Jim Robbins said.
Huge explosion in Swindon. Shock the house. pic.twitter.com/gbJK6vicou
Wiltshire Search and Rescue said its team remained on standby Thursday morning, unable to enter the site until the blaze was under control. Authorities have reported no casualties and said there is no indication anyone was inside the building.
The blast also caused a power outage affecting about 80 properties, Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) reported. The utility said power was isolated “due to a safety concern on our network” following the incident.
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