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Fatal house explosion in Baberton Mains Avenue, Edinburgh

An 84-year-old man has died following an explosion at a house in Baberton Mains Avenue in Edinburgh.

Officers received multiple reports following the incident around 10.25pm on Friday, 1 December, 2023.

Emergency services attended and a 43-year-old woman and 54-year-old man were taken to hospital for treatment.

Several properties were evacuated as a precaution and the road remains closed.

There are no suspicious circumstances and we are continuing to work alongside our partner agencies.

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