Fatal house explosion caused by build up of petrol vapours
An explosion at a house in Wolverhampton which killed one man was caused by a build up of petrol vapours, West Midlands Fire Service said.
An explosion at a house in Wolverhampton which killed one man was caused by a build up of petrol vapours, West Midlands Fire Service said.
Our investigators have carried out a thorough examination of the scene.
We believe that the explosion and resulting fire followed a build up of petrol vapours inside the property.
The incident is not being treated as suspicious, and no-one other than the victim is believed to have been involved.
We will now submit a report to HM Coroner.
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