There has been an explosion on Ollersett Avenue in New Mills, Derbyshire (Picture: Google)

At least 12 homes have been evacuated after an explosion rocked a town in Derbyshire.

Firefighters rushed to New Mills shortly after 8am on Tuesday following the blast at a house in Ollersett Avenue.

An air ambulance has also landed at the scene.

Local residents are being warned to keep their windows and doors closed while emergency services deal with the incident. 

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An air ambulance has also landed at the scene.