Avonmouth explosion: Dad’s heartbreaking tribute to ‘best mate’ son, 16, who was one of four killed as silo exploded

THE devastated father of a 16-year-old boy killed when a chemical silo exploded today paid tribute to his "best mate".
Luke Wheaton was one of four people killed when the blast unfolded at the Wessex Water site in Avonmouth, near Bristol, on Thursday morning.
"They have been looking for the bodies and found one 150 metres away in a lake. There are four dead and one injured who could walk away from the scene.”
Police rushed to the scene on Thursday morning after the blast - since launching an investigation into just what happened.
Avon and Somerset Police Supt Simon Brickwood said: “An investigation has been launched into the causes of the explosion, with the support of partner agencies and the Health and Safety Executive.
"This is likely to be ongoing for some time and we will be keeping the victims’ families informed throughout."
Wessex Water Chief Executive Colin Skellett said: “We are all absolutely devastated by what has happened. Our hearts go out to the family, friends and colleagues of those who lost their lives during the tragic event on Thursday.
“I know from the thoughts and comments I have received from so many, that this has affected the whole Wessex Water family.
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“I know Avonmouth, I worked there for many years, and I know the people, some of whom have lost their lives during this terrible incident.”