Fans of the ITV soap are convinced they know who is going to die in the house fire

Coronation Street viewers are speculating that tragedy could strike the Platt family, with one of its cherished members potentially perishing in an imminent fire stunt.

The soap’s neighbours were alerted to expect some explosive action next year as a significant house fire rocks the streets. Locals around the filming location were reassured not to worry about loud bangs and fiery scenes, as these were merely part of the upcoming dramatic sequence.

Moreover, residents received notice of the plans to recreate a substantial blaze and explosion for the show’s dramatic effect.

An insider divulged to Metro: “The early part of the year is going to kick off the new era of Corrie with a bang pretty literally and one of the show’s core families are right at the heart of the fire storyline.”

A fire will reportedly rock the cobbles next year(Image: ITV Plc)

With a fresh face leading the production, there’s an anticipation of high-stakes drama, the source added: “With a new boss at the helm, the show isn’t pulling any punches and it’s fair to say some fan-favourite lives are on the line.”, reports Plymouth Live.

Amidst this intense filming period, cast members have been sharing snippets from behind the scenes of their nocturnal shoots. Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt, took to social media with a photo alongside co-stars Paddy Bever (Max Turner) and Julia Goulding (Shona Platt), keeping cosy in their warming gear.

The cast have been filming the stunt(Image: ITV)

Meanwhile, Sally Carman-Duttine, who portrays Abi Webster in the soap, has offered fans a glimpse behind the scenes. She shared a snapshot featuring heat patches and body warmers on social media with the caption “Night shoots”.

Coronation Street enthusiasts now believe they have pieced together the clues regarding an upcoming tragedy in the programme. Delving into discussions on a Corrie Facebook fan group, one viewer reacted to the rumblings of a house fire storyline by commenting: “Yet another fire if my street was so dangerous I’d move fast! “.

Another devotee speculated with caution: “I think someone will be killed off.” Adding to the speculation, a third member suggested: “Could be Shona,” while a fourth compatriot hinted at an unforeseen twist: “Nobody would see it coming..”

Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX