Rawmarsh Hill: Gable-end roof partially falls away and loud bang heard in incident at Rotherham property
This is the scene in a residential Rotherham street this morning, after an incident which has caused the roof of a gable-end property to partially fall away.
Police have cordoned off a property at the end of a row of terraced houses on Rawmarsh Hill, Rawmarsh, opposite the junction with Vesey Street.
It follows an incident at around 11.30pm last night (Saturday, February 7, 2026) that has led to part of the gable-end roof coming away and causing rubble to fall.
Residents reported hearing a large bang at around that time, a number of whom came out onto the street to see what was happening.
One resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, said they could hear the “explosion” in their property located approximately 500 yards away.
Unconfirmed reports suggest the property where the incident occurred is not currently occupied.
A sign stating the property is to be let has been fixed to the front of it.
It is understood that the gas was turned off in neighbouring properties last night, and remains off this morning (Sunday, February 8, 2026).
The emergency services have been contacted for further information.
More to follow.