Four people have been taken to hospital after an explosion.

West Mercia Police has confirmed that four adults have been injured following a suspected gas explosion. 

Emergency services were called to the incident on Hemmingway shortly after 5pm.

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One man has been taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham and two other adults are being taken to Hereford County Hospital.

A fourth person is being treated by paramedics at this time.

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Five neighbouring properties have been evacuated as a precaution.

A road closure and police cordon remain in place whilst emergency services deal with to the incident.

Police are asking people to stay away from the area at this time.