Watch: Doorbell camera captures house explosion

Footage from a doorbell camera captures the moment of a house explosion in County Durham.

Emergency services were called to Coronation Terrace in Willington, at about 01:30 BST.

Durham Police said nearby residents were told to leave their homes "as a precaution", with the affected property cordoned off.

A man has been seriously hurt in the explosion and was taken to hospital for treatment.

Police have advised people to avoid the area.

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