Free GP visits for islanders impacted by Mont Pinel blast

Friday 28 June 2024

Islanders impacted by the Mont Pinel explosion are being offered free GP visits to help support their physical and mental health.

In an update provided this afternoon, the Government said that some residents may also have the opportunity to be accompanied back to their properties to collect belongings over the weekend.

Accommodation and essentials are being provided to the 19 displaced residents, with hotel stays extended into next week.

Families have also been offered support from the Children and Families Hub Service, according to the Government.

Children will be supported at school by the Educational Psychology Service and the CAMHS Early Intervention Service, with plans being developed for long-term support.

WATCH: The scene at Mont Pinel on Thursday morning.

Chief Minister Lyndon Farnham said: “Today, we heard of the bravery shown by our emergency services crews in responding to the suspected explosion at a property on Mont Pinel, St Saviour on Wednesday evening.

“We commend them for their quick thinking and actions in saving the lives of the family who, in the case of the two adults, were under rubble.

“The fact that two young children were removed from the upstairs of the property unharmed, when there were concerns that the building could collapse, is exceptional.

“The actions of the firefighters and other emergency services personnel have once again helped to save lives. The island is incredibly grateful.

“We must also extend our gratitude to the Constable of St Saviour, Parish officials, and Honorary Police officers, as well as Government departments, for their actions on the evening and for their continued support to families.”

Pictured: Station Commander Ryan Hall – who was Incident Commander on the night of the Mont Pinel explosion – today shared details of the rescue operation.

Island Energy also provided an update this afternoon which confirmed there was "zero trace of gas" in the Mont Pinel area.

A spokesperson for the gas supplier said: "Working with the emergency services our engineers have now completed all testing at the site and surrounding areas, this has included sewers and all aspects of the gas network.

"Our findings show there is zero trace of gas.

"Island Energy has been given the green light to fill in the excavation outside the property so the relevant authorities can make the site secure, and they will continue to investigate the house to ascertain what caused the explosion.

"Our thoughts are with the residents affected and we will continue to provide any support required to the authorities."

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