EastEnders has teased the emotional aftermath of the deadly anniversary week, ahead of the huge explosion in The Vic.

To mark 40 years on television, the soap is currently airing a dramatic week of episodes set across one fateful day, with Walford’s beloved pub being set ablaze.

In Tuesday’s episode (February 18), a series of events and two major showdowns will lead to an explosion from inside The Vic, and it has been confirmed that not everyone will make it out alive.

Meanwhile, it will finally be revealed who attacked Cindy Beale on Christmas Day, and Grant Mitchell will team up with Nigel Bates and Linda Carter to help save Phil Mitchell as he makes a tragic decision.

This big week will culminate in an exciting live episode on Thursday, February 20, with Sonia Fowler going into labour in the middle of the disaster.

Just what unfolds during these episodes is being kept tightly under wraps for now. But in scenes that will air next week, Albert Square’s residents wake up the morning after the explosion, struggling to process the enormity of the previous day’s events.

Walford attempts to adjust to its new normal after the tragedy, and while emotions remain high, the community manages to pull together to support one another during this difficult time.

One family in particular find themselves looking for help from their friends and neighbours in the aftermath, and are touched by the kindness of a local who welcomes them in.

With bombshells being revealed in the anniversary episodes, another resident tells a friend a big secret next week, but they soon realise that they have been overheard.

As the community gathers together at Harry’s Barn to grieve, the sombre occasion ends up sparking even more drama between residents.

Elsewhere, this week viewers will be able to make their voices heard and decide whether Denise Fox should end up with Ravi Gulati or Jack Branning – with the result being revealed during the live episode.

Next week, Denise and her mystery man agree to tell their loved ones about their relationship, and she introduces her new partner to her family.

But will Denise, and the viewers, choose Ravi or Jack?