Two taken to hospital following house explosion in Stoke-on-Trent
Two people have been taken to hospital following a house explosion on Wellesley Street, Shelton.
The explosion, which happened on Monday 1 January, was caused by a faulty e-bike battery.
One of the people in the house was hospitalised with burns and smoke inhalation, whilst another was also taken to hospital with smoke inhalation - A third person suffered minor injuries.
Following the incident, police are warning people to check their batteries regularly for any sign of damage.
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