The explosion happened at around 7.40am on Saturday, December 5The explosion happened at around 7.40am on Saturday, December 5
The explosion happened at around 7.40am on Saturday, December 5

Shocking photos show aftermath of house which was 'totally demolished' by explosion

These photos show the shocking damage caused after an explosion in West Yorkshire.

Emergency services were called to Green Lane, Illingworth, near Halifax, at around 7.40am on December 5 following the explosion. Three people were taken to hospital, and an investigation is ongoing to find out the cause of the blast.

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