Police have said it is an ongoing incident and advised the public to avoid the area if possible.
One man was taken to hospital and neighbours were evacuated following the explosion.
These pictures were taken at the scene and show the extent of the damage caused by the explosion.
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1. Whitburn incident
Police confirmed that one man has been taken to hospital but no details have been released on his condition following the explosion in his house in Dixon Road, Whitburn. You can see here the extent of the damage caused by the explosion. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
2. Whitburn incident
A neighbouring house on Dixon Road has been evacuated as a precaution as emergency services do not yet know what caused the explosion. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
3. Whitburn incident
It is not known whether the individual sustained any injuries in the explosion in his home but Police confirmed that he was taken to hospital by the ambulance service. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
4. Whitburn incident
Emergency services remain on the scene and the local council and relevant utility company have been made aware of the situation. Photo: Lisa Ferguson