Explosion - Redwood Grove, Bedford

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A spokesperson for gas emergency service Cadent said: “We were called this morning to assist as part of the multi-agency response to the incident in Redwood Grove, Bedford. Our thoughts are with everyone impacted.
 
“Our engineers quickly arrived on site to complete a number of safety checks and we were able to determine that there was no natural gas mains feed to the building or any others in the immediate vicinity, therefore our involvement is no longer required. The matter now lies with other agencies for further investigation.
 
“In any case, we would also like to remind people that if you ever smell gas, inside the home or outside, call the national gas emergency service on 0800 111 999* immediately, day or night. Our team is available 24/7, 365 days-a-year to respond to emergencies quickly.”

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*All calls are recorded and may be monitored.

Cadent

Cadent is the UK’s largest gas distribution network with a 200-year legacy.  We are in a unique position to build on strong foundations whilst encouraging the curiosity to think differently and the courage to embrace change.  Day to day we continue to operate, maintain and innovate the UK’s largest gas network, transporting gas safely and protecting people in an emergency.   Our skilled engineers and specialists remain committed to the communities we serve, working day and night to ensure gas reaches 11 million homes from Cumbria to North London and the Welsh Borders to East Anglia, to keep your energy flowing. 

Future of Gas: Here at Cadent we support the Government’s plans to reach Net Zero by 2050. That means we’re backing the introduction of hydrogen as a low carbon alternative to natural gas for the future. We know people love the controllability of gas and, with our network already in place, it makes sense to switch to the lower carbon alternative offered by hydrogen, which we believe can keep homes and businesses warm for generations to come.

Cadent manages the national gas emergency service free phone line on behalf of the gas industry - 0800 111 999*

Cadent Gas Ltd is owned by a consortium of global investors.

*All calls are recorded and may be monitored.

Media contacts

Stephanie van Rosse

stephanie.van-rosse@cadentgas.com

07767 337343

Ben Green

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07773 122925