Man survives massive explosion at home in Cornwall

One person is in hospital after an explosion at a house in Cornwall.

Emergency services were called to a property on Trecalgo View in Camelford late last night. The home was badly damaged and near by cars were also damaged by flying debris.

A corden is in place for the clean up operation and police are investigating what caused it. There's thought to be no further risk of explosion.

The sole occupant is recovering in Royal Cornwall Hospital and believed to be in a stable condition.