A man critically injured after a massive explosion in Christchurch is back home after eight weeks in hospital
A man critically injured after a massive explosion in Christchurch is back home after eight weeks in hospital
3 November 2019
The serious gas explosion in Northwood blew an entire home off its foundation, scattering debris across the neighbourhood.
Kevin Smith, who was crushed in the debris and put in an induced coma for a month, is recovering at home in Greymouth with his wife Annette, who was also hurt.
Smith's son-in-law Paddy Blanchfield told the Herald on Sunday they've been "battling" away with their injuries... but they will never be the same again.
Lynda Glen, who owned the exploded house, suffered superficial wounds.
Blanchfield says she's lost everything... and while lucky to have escaped intact, she feels guilty her friends were hurt.
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