Family has paid tribute to the “tragic” loss of a man who died in a house explosion in Alloa

A family has paid tribute to a man killed in an apartment block explosion in Clackmannanshire.

Emergency crews were called to Kellie Place around 6pm on Sunday following reports of an explosion at Kellie Place.

Graham Green, 50, was at the property at the time and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The death is currently being treated as unexplained and the investigation is ongoing, police said.

His family has since thanked everyone “for their overwhelming support” on social media.

Betty Green wrote: “On behalf of myself and my family, it is with great sadness that we announce the death of Graham Green (Greenie).

“We would like to thank all the emergency services involved in this tragic event.

“The family and I would also like to thank everyone for their overwhelming support and condolences during this difficult time.

“Slàinte Mhath Graham.”

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Louise Johnston added: “Thank you to all the emergency services and everyone’s support at this tragic time.”

The death is currently being treated as unexplained and investigations into the cause of the incident are ongoing.

Scottish Gas Network has confirmed that the incident was not caused by the electricity network.

Chief Inspector Kat Thompson, area commander, said: “Our thoughts are with Graham’s family and friends and everyone affected at this difficult time.

“Our investigations, together with partner agencies, to establish the full circumstances of the incident are ongoing.

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“Police presence will remain in the area and I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support.”

Three other people, a 72-year-old man, a 19-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman, were taken to Forth Valley Royal Infirmary for treatment of minor injuries following the incident.

Neighbor Rosie Adamson was watching TV when she heard an “almighty bang”.

“I felt my doors shaking,” she told STV News. “I ran into the dining room, looked out and saw the house, the flames.”

“It was like an inferno.”

CCTV video from a nearby restaurant captured the moment the apartment block exploded on Sunday.

Footage shared with STV News shows a mass of orange flames erupting from the property, accompanied by a loud bang.

Thick smoke pours from the blast zone, causing the public to rush towards the incident.

The explosion tore off part of the property’s roof and left a gaping hole in the first floor of the building.

Following the explosion, multi-agency police, fire and ambulance crews rushed to the scene, while Scottish Gas Network engineers were also on site to ensure the area was made safe.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: “We were made aware of multiple reports of an explosion and fire at a house in Kellie Place, Alloa, at 6pm on Sunday 6 October.

“The incident command immediately mobilized a number of resources for the specialist Urban Search and Rescue Unit and a heavy rescue unit.

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“Three people were rescued from the building and required treatment for minor injuries.

“Unfortunately, a man who was in the building at the time of the explosion was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Emergency officers left the scene after ensuring the area was safe. However, the public will be able to view equipment at the scene as we continue to monitor the building and assist with investigative efforts.”

Keith Brown, MSP for the Clackmannanshire and Dunblane constituency, said: “My immediate thoughts go out to the family and friends of the late man and I send my best wishes to those injured for a full and speedy recovery.”

“As always, the emergency services in such situations deserve huge thanks for the way they responded.

“There will understandably be concerns about the cause of this explosion and the extent of damage to other homes, particularly among residents of neighboring properties.

“I know that the relevant authorities will work hard to provide information, security and assistance as quickly and efficiently as possible.”

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