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Here in Bexleyheath a massive cloud of pollution from the explostion is covering the sky. Looks like a huge black storm cloud. Have taken some photos and will try to add to photopage. Hope everyone near the scene is OK. Dee x

oh dont worry i have just put the news on are you ok put a message on soon

Hiya, I live In Hemel Hempstead in Leverstock Green about 5 minutes away from the Buncefield Industrial Estate, I was woken up this morning at about 6 by a huge explosion, at first I thought it might be thunder but then I thought it was way too loud, because I live near the dual carriagway I then thought it might have been a car accident as I heard a car alarm going off. There was an orange glow outside, me, my mum and younger brother went into my mums room and looked out of the window where we saw the huge fire. We then though it might have been a house explosion with a gas leak, but as we turned on the news we realised it was the oil depot, my Grandparents live in Woodhall Farm and they had some damage to thier house but they were fortunatley unharmed.

All the smoke has now cleared, and we have a lovely blue sky over Hatfield now. Further explosions are expected at the depot as other tanks catch fire, so I hope we don't get any more smoke blowing eastwards. It must be awful for the people whose houses took the brunt of the blasts, and apparently four people working on the site were seriously injured and are now in hospital. >*|*<

I've just found this! obviously having a slow morning, Just sending lots of love to all of you shaken people. Suex

I have only just seen this,... How devastating.. I sincerely hope everyone is alright and anyone that is hurt is not too badly hurt... My thoughts are with you all Maz x

Gosh what a shock! I live in the next town down towards Leverstock Green from Lindy and our household slept right through it! I just hope there are no serious injuries and not too much damage to people's homes. nell

Just read the threads hope every one is ok, Marie xx

Morning All, I haven't seen the news yet as I don't have sky. I called my daughter who lives near Buckingham & it woke my son in law but the smoke is not in their direction just a bit of fog. Vivienne

I hope everyones rellies that live nearby are all o.k. jean

It's really strange out there now. The sun is brilliant but there are no rays from it as we are now under a thick blanket of brown smoke. It's horrible.

The smoke is thickening by the minute! Hope it doesn't get much worse - it stinks! >*|*<

i've just said on the other thread,that we felt it,in south london,got up,and put tv on,and waited for the news. bryan.

I am thinking of you all after hearing the awfull news, i feel so sad for the people who have been affected by this and i pray to god everyone is ok!!! Love Helenxx

Peter, Latest reports on BBC News 24 from local residents say that the houses closest to the depot have had all their doors and windows blown out, plus some roofs caved in, but very few casualties. 20 people reported as being treated for minor injuries in Hemel Hempstead hospital. The smoke's spreading and thickening now. It smells awful! CB >*|*<

Lindy, There's nothing to be scared about. We're nearer to it than you are here in Hatfield, and there's no problem here, apart from a thick pall of smoke. Don't worry, you're safe! CB >*|*< X

We used to live in Hunter's Oak on the Redbourne Road. We could see the oil tanks from out front window. I wonder if they have if they have any windows left after this?

Take Care Linda it does,nt sound very nice! I,m glad i live in Yorkshire. Love Moon Hare xxx

Approx 60 million gallons of fuel on fire !!!!!!!!!!! This is scary - and an accident?? how on earth ???

OMG!!!! I just saw this on the news - was hoping no one on here would be affected !!!! Thinking of everyone who is nearby or has family close by. Anne xx