Emergency services rushed to the scene of a reported explosion and fire at a residential property in Alloa on Sunday evening. The incident occurred around 6pm on October 6, 2024, in Kellie Place, a quiet residential street in the heart of the town.

Police and fire services were alerted to the situation following reports from local residents who heard a loud blast and saw smoke billowing from a house. The cause of the explosion and subsequent fire is currently unknown, and authorities have not yet released information about potential casualties or the extent of the damage.

As a precautionary measure, several roads in the vicinity have been closed to traffic, including:

– A907

– B9096

– Kellie Place

– Tullibody Road

Local authorities are urging residents and motorists to avoid the area to allow emergency services unimpeded access. The road closures are expected to cause significant disruption to evening traffic, and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.

A police spokesperson stated, “We are currently dealing with an ongoing incident in Kellie Place, Alloa. We ask that members of the public avoid the area until further notice to allow emergency services to carry out their work safely and efficiently.”

Investigators are on the scene, working to determine the cause of the explosion and assess the full extent of the damage. More information is expected to be released as the situation develops.

Residents with concerns or those who may have witnessed the incident are encouraged to contact the local police non-emergency number.