Bungalow explodes in massive 'gas explosion' with bricks and debris flying everywhere - as man is injured and homes evacuated

Published: 12:00, 10 August 2026 | Updated: 12:27, 10 August 2026 A bungalow was completely destroyed in a suspected gas explosion. The property in Newton Longville, near Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire, was caught on doorbell video as it exploded on Sunday morning. One man, believed to have lived inside, has been taken to hospital while his Doberman dog was taken to the vet. Striking footage shows bricks and debris flying out onto the street, damaging nearby homes and cars. Plumes of black smoke can be seen rising from the property as locals approach the wreckage in the aftermath of the blast. Residents reportedly gathered in the local pub where victims were treated by emergency services. An eyewitness described the explosion as 'very scary' while another said they heard a 'bang' three miles away in Bletchley. One resident, Graham Fuller, said he heard his wife 'scream' following the explosion before running outside. A bungalow was completely destroyed in a suspected gas explosion  The bungalow is seen exploding here on a quiet residential street in Milton Keynes The property in Newton Longville, near Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire was caught on doorbell video exploding at around 9.44am on Sunday An eyewitness described the explosion as 'very scary' and said the home was 'almost completely demolished' He told the BBC: 'Debris everywhere, I ran out into the street and my neighbour had already managed to grab hold of the occupant of the property… He was badly burnt, in shock, and we were trying to treat him while all the chaos was going on. 'We’ve been kicked out of our homes at the moment – we don’t know when we’re going back.' Another resident likened the explosion to 'World War Three in the street'. He added: 'I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemies, to be quite honest with you.'  Thames Valley Police said: 'At around 9.44am emergency services were called to Cobb Hall Road, to a report of an explosion, fire and collapse of a property. 'One person sustained injuries, requiring hospital treatment, where they remain.' Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue said they were dealing with a suspected gas explosion and had sent four fire engines to the scene. Neigbours have since set up a GoFundMe page to support the homeowner and other residents impacted by the 'horrific event'. One resident likened the explosion to 'World War Three in the street' Thomas Humphries, who launched the fundraiser, said: 'On the 9th August a horrific gas explosion occurred, severely damaging and injuring the home owner as well as other properties. 'My aim of this goal is to raise support and care for the home owners and residents that have been affected by this horrific event.' Mr Humphries said 85 per cent of donations would be given to the home owners affected while 15 per cent would be 'evenly shared to any resident that has experienced secondary damage to their property, belongings and themselves physically and mentally'.