Port of Tyne controlled explosion is heard across South Tyneside
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A controlled explosion at the Port of Tyne has sparked a social media storm across South Tyneside.
A loud bang was heard this evening, prompting puzzled residents to take to Twitter and Facebook to share their concerns.
But a Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue service spokeswoman said explanation was nothing sinister and the noise had been a controlled explosion as part of demolition work at the Port.
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Hide Ad"The Port of Tyne have carried out a controlled explosion on a crane,” she said.