Ballymena explosion cause under investigation

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Image caption, Police officers remain at the scene of the explosion

Police are investigating an explosion which occurred at a block of flats in Ballymena.

The incident happened in Orkney Drive, Ballykeel.

It was reported to police before 22:00 BST on Tuesday.

Those living in the building were evacuated as firefighters tackled the blaze which broke out on the ground floor.

Police said a considerable amount of damage was caused to one flat.

Two fire appliances attended the incident which was dealt with by 00:39 BST on Wednesday.

No injuries were reported.

Emergency services said the cause of the fire remains under investigation.