A car exploded in the Bronx on Wednesday night, leaving at least five firefighters injured, according to officials. The FDNY said crews responded to a reported vehicle explosion around 7 PM near 955 Westchester Avenue, between Intervale Avenue and Kelly Street. The injured firefighters were transported to Jacobi Hospital for evaluation, though their conditions remain unknown.
Videos circulating on social media captured the moment the burning vehicle suddenly erupted into a massive fireball.
NYC’s official emergency notification system also warned residents on X to expect traffic delays, road closures, and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Fox Street and Westchester Avenue due to FDNY activity, urging commuters to use alternate routes and allow extra travel time.
This is breaking news and will be updated with more details.