Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service was called at 9.14pm to reports of a suspected gas explosion. Crews were alerted one minute later and were on scene at 9.21pm.

Eight fire engines are currently at the scene.



Several buildings have collapsed as the result of the explosion.




A number of casualties have been taken to Arrowe Park hospital, Countess of Chester hospital and Aintree hospital.

Firefighters are currently liaising with Merseyside Police, North West Ambulance Service, National Grid and Wirral council to clear debris and make the scene safe.

Police officers are also going house to house in the local area offering advice and reassurance to local residents.

New Chester Road, Pool Bank, Circular Drive, Primrose Hill and New Ferry Road are currently closed.

The incident is ongoing