Man in hospital after gas blast
Safety barriers were put in place around the house
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A man has been taken to hospital following a gas explosion.
Police and fire crews were called to a house in Eston, on Teesside, at about 20:40 GMT on Monday.
The man suffered arm injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.
About six properties near the junction of Albert Road and Church Lane were evacuated as a precaution until a structural survey could be carried out, Cleveland Police said.
Police have thanked residents for their patience
No other properties were damaged, the force added.
Northern Gas Networks workers have been on site and a cordon was put in place.
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