Shocking UK blast: Man and woman found dead after house explosion in Bristol

Avon and Somerset Police confirmed that emergency services were called to a residential property on Sterncourt Road at around 6:30 am following reports of a blast. Officers have described the incident as suspicious, and a major incident has been declared.

Police said specialist teams are working under established emergency response procedures as investigations get underway.

“Our enquiries are at an early stage, but at this point we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident,” the force said.

As a precaution, a cordon has been set up around the area, with residents within the perimeter evacuated to a temporary rest centre. Authorities added that there is not believed to be any significant damage to neighbouring properties.

Investigators are also carrying out enquiries at a second property in Speedwell, which is believed to be linked to the incident.

The explosion comes shortly after the UK’s Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC) raised the national threat level from “substantial” to “severe,” meaning an attack is considered highly likely within the next six months. The government has cited growing risks from both Islamist extremist and far-right individuals and small groups operating within the country.