Cork couple ‘still shaken’ after gas blast

A couple in their 80s have spoken of their nightmare after they got caught up in a suspected gas explosion at their home in Cork over the weekend, writes Olivia Kelleher.

Noreen and Edward (Ted) Meany were at home shortly after 8am on Saturday when a blast occurred at their property on Lower Glanmire Rd near the city. Neighbours raised the alarm after hearing a loud noise from the house. Mr and Mrs Meany were injured and were taken by ambulance to hospital.

In an interview with TV3, the couple said they were fortunate to escape serious injury. However, they are extremely shaken and are staying with family members after being discharged from hospital.