The devastating explosion in Kincaidston last night has left the whole of Ayr with a feeling of sadness.
Images from the area show the impact it has had on the area, with a clean-up operation currently underway.
Below are a number of images that show the impact of the explosion.
Emergency were quickly on the scene after reports of an explosion last night.
Our reporter Jennifer Jones was at the scene as crews attended.
The effects could be seen in the neighbouring houses.
Officers remain at the scene this morning as they try to discover the cause of the explosion.
Residents were out cleaning up their streets this morning.
A number of homes have been damaged.
Work is underway to determine the cause.
A rest centre was set up at the nearby Queen Margaret Academy for the families affected by the blast.
Police cordon off a path leading up the scene of the explosion.
Debris can be seen covered across different parts of the neighbourhood.
The effects of the balst can seen by the damage to nearby cars.
Rubble was strewn across the streets after the explosion.
An incredible shot from overhead shows how much damage has been caused.
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